National Investigators Exam (NIE) Practice Exam

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What does S19 of PACE allow police officers to do?

Search for persons of interest in the area
Seize items that are evidence of an offense
Issue citations for traffic violations
Conduct personal searches of suspects

The correct answer is: Seize items that are evidence of an offense

S19 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) specifically addresses the powers of police officers to seize items that are believed to be evidence of an offense. This section grants officers the authority to take possession of items in the course of a lawful search, provided that they have reasonable grounds to believe that the items are connected to criminal activity. The purpose of this provision is to ensure that evidence relevant to investigations is preserved and can be utilized in court proceedings. The other options do not accurately reflect the powers granted under S19 of PACE. While police have various legal frameworks for conducting searches or issuing citations, S19 is primarily focused on the seizure of items related to evidence, rather than searching for persons of interest or managing traffic violations. Additionally, personal searches of suspects fall under different sections of PACE, which have distinct criteria and justifications for such actions.