UOF Powers

SECTION 6 - UOF Powers

S117 Pace - Power of a constable to use reasonable force

S3 Criminal law act - Power to use reasonable force in the prevention of a crime

Common law - Self defence

Five Step Appeal

ㅇSimple appeal - Polite and direct request for compliance

ㅇReasoned appeal - Explaining the rationale behind the request

ㅇPersonal appeal - Try connect on an emotional level, show understanding be empathetic

ㅇFinal appeal - Final warning outlining the potential consequences

ㅇAction - Officer must take appropriate action eg an arrest or UOF