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Subject to certain exemptions, statutory obligation means forces must share information. This is where there is a specific legal obligation to disclose Police information to another party. Examples of where the Police service is obliged to disclose information include: Disclosure under Part V of the Police Act 1997.
What is non conviction information?
Non-conviction information is information that is not relevant to a conviction by a court of law. This could include a wide range of things such as: Allegations. Cases where the police decided to not take any further action. Cases where a conviction was quashed on appeal.
Can you make a subject access request to the police?
Subject access requests The Data Protection Act 2018 gives you the right to ask if the police holds, or is processing, any personal data about you. This is called the right of access and is commonly known as making a subject access request or SAR.
Can I give personal data to the police?
You need to be satisfied that the personal data is necessary for the law enforcement authority to fulfil its law enforcement purposes. For example, a police force should tell you why it needs the personal data you hold. You must only share personal data that is limited to what is requested and what is reasonable.
Do I have to disclose information to police?
You must inform the police if you have information (including personal information or confidential patient information) that may assist them in preventing an act of terrorism or help in apprehending or prosecuting a terrorist. the Road Traffic Act (1988).
How do I remove a non conviction record?
In order to remove the criminal record you need to apply for a file destruction which will remove the prints, photos, court and police records. Once the file destruction is approved, it will no longer show up on a criminal background check.
Can police share my information?
The Data Protection Act 2018 gives you the right to ask if the police holds, or is processing, any personal data about you. The subject access process is confidential between the applicant and the police. We cannot provide details of another person this way.
Is it an offence to refuse to give police your name?
It is an offence to refuse to give police your name and address or to give police a false name and address if they have a lawful reason to ask you for your details.
What are my rights if I’m caught by the police in Australia?
Your rights are the same across Australia when: Police ask for ID — across Australia, you need to provide your name and address, if over 18. Under 18s can ask for an adult to be present Police search you, your car or house — they need reasonable grounds Police ask to check your phones — they need your consent
What should I do if I’m questioned by the police?
Tell the police your name and address if asked (it is an offence to give an incorrect name and address or to give false information to the police); You have the right to remain silent, but anything you say may be recorded and used as evidence;
Can the police demand my name or address without a reason?
The police do not have the right to demand your name or address without a reason. Generally, a police officer can only ask you to give your name and address if they believe you: