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Mental Capacity Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

Section 154 - Searches and examination to ascertain identity

This section provides that a constable can avail of the powers of search and examination to ascertain identity under Article 55A of PACE in respect of a person detained at a place of safety under this Part. This section also provides for a modification of Article 55A of PACE so that it can apply in these circumstances.

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