Policy paper

PACE Code A 2023

Code of practice for statutory powers of stop and search and requirements to record public encounters by police officers and staff.

• From: Home Office
• Published: 17 January 2023
• Last updated: 20 December 2023 — See all updates

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PACE Code A 2023 (accessible)

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PACE Code A 2023

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PACE Code A 2023 (Welsh, accessible)

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Details

The PACE Code A 2023 has been superseded by a newer version of the code that came into force on 20 December 2023.

This revised PACE Code A has effect from 17 January 2023 following a statutory consultation.

It covers police powers to stop and search persons and vehicles and the requirements for officers to make a record of a stop or encounter.

You can also read the order bringing the code into force and the explanatory memorandum describing the changes.

Published 17 January 2023
Last updated 20 December 2023 + show all updates

1. 20 December 2023

   Updated to show this version of the code has been superseded.

2. 7 February 2023

   Added accessible version of PACE Code A 2023 (Welsh).

3. 17 January 2023

   First published.