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Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001

Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001

2001 CHAPTER 16

Commentary on Sections

Part 1: Provisions for Combatting Crime and Disorder.

Chapter 1: On the spot penalties for disorderly behaviour (Sections 1 to 11)
Section 6: Secretary of State’s guidance

18.This section allows the Secretary of State to issue guidance about the operation of the scheme. The power to issue guidance is intended to allow the Secretary of State to ensure that police officers are aware of the factors they need to take into account in exercising the wide discretion inherent in this scheme. It may also be used to encourage good practices in the general operation of the scheme.

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