Stop and Account and Stop and Search powers allow the police to combat street crime and anti-social behaviour, and prevent the occurrence of more serious crimes.
A ‘ stop’ is when an officer asks someone in a public place to account for their actions, behaviour or articles in their possession.
A ‘ stop and search’ is when you are searched if officers suspect you are carrying, drugs, weapons, stolen property of items which could be used to commit a crime.
We want to know your views on police stop and stop and search actions. Have you ever been stopped and searched? Do you know your rights if you are stopped or stopped and searched? Tell us what you think by clicking on the link below and completing our survey.
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The results will be provided to the Police Authority and will assist in understanding the use of the powers across South Wales.