11 Dealing with the Police
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2. If you have a problem with the police
3. If you are stopped and searched
The police have powers to stop and search you in many situations. The rules on when they can do so, and how long they can stop you for, are complicated. See 'When a search becomes an assault' for an explanation of the rules.
4. Your options for taking action
7. Making a complaint against a police officer
9. The result of your complaint
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Leaflet Version: August 2006
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