Author Description

About the Author Professor Richard Stone is Professor of Law and Head of the Department at the University of Lincoln. He was previously Principal of the Inns of Court School of Law and Dean of Nottingham Law School. He is the author of a number of books on the law relating to individual rights. Product Description Now in its fourth edition, this book provides a practical guide to the powers of entry, inspection, search, and seizure available in both criminal and civil proceedings. It offers a comprehensive description and analysis of the powers available to the police and other officials (including theInland Revenue, local government officers, HM Customs and Excise, and Trading Standards officers). The powers of personal search as well as searches of premises are included, along with an explanation and discussion of the general principles that apply, including those arising under the Human RightsAct 1998. Review `If you are an official intending to enter private property without permission, then you would do well to have a copy of this book under your arm...The book is clear, practical and informative, and is likely be (sic) a useful reference point for anybody involved in the treacherous task of search a place or a person without their permission.' Ben Mills, barrister (St-Philips Chambers, Birmingham), New Law Journal