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Terrorism Act 2000

Terrorism Act 2000

2000 CHAPTER 11

Commentary

Part Vii: Northern Ireland

Section 86: Unlawfully detained persons

75.This section allows a police officer or soldier to enter any premises to search for persons who are believed to be unlawfully detained in circumstances where their life is in danger. No warrant is necessary.

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