Guidance

PACE Code A December 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: 20 December 2023

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

PACE Code A 2023 (accessible)

Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-4486-0, E02999403

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PACE Code A 2023

Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-4486-0, E02999403

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Details

The revised PACE Code A has effect from 20 December 2023 following a statutory consultation.

Code A 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 20 December 2023