Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 - Part 10 (Police Powers)

Part 10 (Police Powers)

Allowed the police to forcefully obtain fingerprints and other identifying features from an individual to ascertain their identity. Also allowed for the Ministry of Defence Police to operate in civilian areas outside of military bases in certain circumstances.

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