Blackstone's Police Manuals available in four volumes are the leading police reference texts in the UK. Written in consultation with police forces across England & Wales the Manuals are the only study guides endorsed by the National Policing Improvement Agency for OSPRE Part 1 Promotion Examinations. Blackstone's Police Manual Volume 2: Evidence & Procedure 2013 in line with the new OSPRE syllabus covers all the relevant subject areas for candidates including Bail Disclosure of Evidence Youth Justice Crime & Disorder & Court Procedure & Witnesses. Straightforward & accessible each chapter offers a logical progression through the material & is extensively cross-referenced to provide a deeper understanding & more complete perspective of police duties. For complex or commonly misunderstood areas there are handy Keynote boxes which point to relevant case law or provide an example of how material is used in a practical sense helping candidates to assimilate the information better & establish the connections between legislation & police procedure. The 2013 edition has been updated to incorporate all recent legislative developments & case law including amendments to the Criminal Procedure Rules 2011 the Criminal Justice Act 2003 the Police & Justice Act 2006 & the Coroners & Justice Act 2009. Also included is a revised chapter on Disclosure of Evidence. Blackstone's Police Manuals continue to be the most accessible relevant & focussed revision materials for Promotion Examinations. Widely used by trainers as well as police officers going for promotion their breadth & scope also make them an invaluable resource for anyone involved in police & criminal law. Also available in the series are: Volume 1: Crime 2013 Volume 3: Road Policing 2013 & Volume 4: General Police Duties 2013. Blackstone's Police Manuals are also available as an online service offering fast desktop access to the complete text of the four Manuals. ...

Blackstone's Police Manuals available in four volumes are the leading police reference texts in the UK. Written in consultation with police forces across England & Wales the Manuals are the only study guides endorsed by the National Policing Improvement Agency for OSPRE Part 1 Promotion Examinations. The four volumes cover all aspects of criminal law & procedure from a police officer's perspective in line with the new OSPRE syllabus. Straightforward & accessible the Manuals offer a logical progression through the material & are extensively cross-referenced to provide a deeper understanding & more complete perspective of police duties. For complex or commonly misunderstood areas there are handy Keynote boxes which point to relevant case law or provide an example of how material is used in a practical sense helping candidates to assimilate the information better & establish the connections between legislation & police procedure. The 2013 edition has been updated to incorporate all recent legislative developments & case law including coverage of the Police Detention & Bail Act 2011 the Corporate Manslaughter & Corporate Homicide Act 2007 the Crime & Security Act 2010 the Coroners & Justice Act 2009 & the Policing & Crime Act 2009. The 2013 edition also contains revised chapters on Theft & Associated Offences & Disclosure of Evidence as well as coverage of Police & Crime Commissioners & the Mayor's Office for Policing in London under the Police Reform & Social Responsibility Act 2011. Blackstone's Police Manuals continue to be the most accessible relevant & focussed revision materials for Promotion Examinations. Widely used by trainers as well as police officers going for promotion their breadth & scope also make them an invaluable resource for anyone involved in police & criminal law. Blackstone's Police Manuals are also available as an online service offering fast desktop access to the complete text of the four Manuals. ...

Blackstone's Police Operational Handbook 2013 is designed specifically to meet the reference needs of officers while out on patrol. Written in a concise & accessible style it covers a wide range of common offences & clearly explains & interprets the relevant legislation. Using clear & consistent presentation throughout each chapter offers you a definition of the offence the points to prove & a clear system of icons covering police powers & mode of trial. At a glance you can access everything you need to make a quick informed decision in a host of everyday policing situations. The seventh edition of this highly regarded & successful Handbook is fully updated to include all recent legislative developments & further changes to the law including: Police Reform & Social Responsibility Act 2011 the Education Act 2011 the Crime & Security Act 2010 & the Policing & Crime Act 2009. The book also

Includes:: information on domestic violence & anti-social behaviour orders plus further updated guidance in other areas of law from the Home Office/ Ministry of Justice Circulars. Whatever your role
- police patrol officer supervisor student police officer PCSO or Special Constable
- this is an invaluable tool for operational personnel.



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Blackstone's Police Q& As 2013 are essential revision tools for all police officers sitting the OSPRE Part 1 promotion examinations. Written in partnership with the best-selling Blackstone's Police Manuals the only study guides endorsed by the National Policing Improvement Agency the Q& As' experienced author team follow subjects in the same sequence as the Manuals providing the most authoritative means of self-testing outside of the Promotion Examinations. Blackstone's Police Q& As 2013 contains hundreds of multiple-choice questions designed to reinforce knowledge & understanding of the Manuals. Matching the format of the promotions examinations each Question has a detailed & comprehensive Answer that highlights not only the correct response but also the reasoning behind the incorrect responses allowing candidates to highlight any gaps or weaknesses in their knowledge. Full cross-references to the relevant Manual paragraphs & Keynotes support more effective studying & a question checklist helps candidates track their progress. The 2013 editions of this popular series contain important updates reflecting changes to the 2013 versions of the Blackstone's Police Manuals. All titles have been updated to include new questions in line with changes to recent legislation including the Police Detention & Bail Act 2011 the Crime & Security Act 2010 the Criminal Procedure Rules 2011 the Police & Justice Act 2006 & the Coroners & Justice Act 2009. This product is not endorsed by the NPIA. ...

Blackstone's Policing for the Special Constable is the second edition of the bestselling Blackstone's Handbook for the Special Constabulary representing the changing needs of this unique volunteer group within the police service. Drawing on both the 2011 National Strategy for the Special Constabulary & conforming with the IL4SC (Initial Learning for the Special Constabulary) it is designed to be an invaluable learning resource for students & new recruits as well as a useful reference & refresher tool for the experienced Special. Covering each stage of being a Special from recruitment & initial training to the full range of duties the authors describe & explain the day-to-day encounters & experiences of being a Special with today's police service. Expert guidance on the law police powers & professional standards is given along with clear operational advice on crime scene management managing people & incidents working within Neighbourhood Policing Teams & dealing with public order situations. Comprehensive & practical this book is essential reading for anyone joining or thinking of joining the Special Constabulary especially those on pre-join or policing studies courses. It will also be of interest to Specials trainers & managers & sergeants & inspectors responsible for Specials. ...

Blackstone's Statutes have a 25-year tradition of trust & quality unrivalled by other statute books & a rock solid reputation for accuracy reliability & authority. Content is peer reviewed to ensure a close map to courses. Blackstone's Statutes lead the market: consistently recommended by lecturers & relied on by students for exam & course use. Each title is: * Trusted: Ideal for exam use * Practical: Find what you need instantly * Reliable: Current comprehensive coverage Blackstone's Statutes on Criminal Law is now in chronological order. ...

Blackstone's Statutes have a 25-year tradition of trust & quality unrivalled by other statute books & a rock solid reputation for accuracy reliability & authority. Content is peer reviewed to ensure a close map to courses. Blackstone's Statutes lead the market: consistently recommended by lecturers & relied on by students for exam & course use. Each title is: * Trusted: Ideal for exam use * Practical: Find what you need instantly * Reliable: Current comprehensive coverage This book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre that provides: guidance on how to use a statute book; updates; web links; & further legislation. ...

Blackstone's Statutes have a 25-year tradition of trust & quality unrivalled by other statute books & a rock solid reputation for accuracy reliability & authority. Content is peer reviewed to ensure a close map to courses. Blackstone's Statutes lead the market: consistently recommended by lecturers & relied on by students for exam & course use. Each title is: * Trusted: Ideal for exam use * Practical: Find what you need instantly * Reliable: Current comprehensive coverage The book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre that provides: guidance on how to use a statutes book; updates; & weblinks. ...

Blackstone's Statutes have a 25-year tradition of trust & quality unrivalled by other statute books & a rock solid reputation for accuracy reliability & authority. Content is peer reviewed to ensure a close map to courses. Blackstone's Statutes lead the market: consistently recommended by lecturers & relied on by students for exam & course use. Each title is: * Trusted: Ideal for exam use * Practical: Find what you need instantly * Reliable: Current comprehensive coverage The book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre that provides: guidance on how to use a statutes book; commentary on current issues; & a list of key cases where the statutes have been applied. ...

Blackstone's Statutes have a 25-year tradition of trust & quality unrivalled by other statute books & a rock solid reputation for accuracy reliability & authority. Content is peer reviewed to ensure a close map to courses. Blackstone's Statutes lead the market: consistently recommended by lecturers & relied on by students for exam & course use. Each title is: * Trusted: Ideal for exam use * Practical: Find what you need instantly * Reliable: Current comprehensive coverage The book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre that provides: guidance on how to use a statutes book; updates; & weblinks. ...