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Blackstone's Police Operational Handbook

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This is the second, fully updated, edition of the highly successful Blackstone's Operational Handbook. This compact and portable resource has been specifically designed to meet the reference needs of police officers while out on patrol.

The book clearly explains and interprets the relevant legislation and powers of arrest, points to prove, practical considerations and related cases. Easy to access and navigate, the Handbook covers over 100 common offenses in the areas of general crime, assaults, drugs, sexual offenses, public
disorder, licensing, and road traffic. It is written in a concise and accessible style, with a clearly structured format and handy icons to aid consultation. It covers a wide range of common offenses and clearly explains and interprets the relevant legislation. At a glance you can access everything
you need to make a quick, informed decision in a host of everyday policing situations.

The second edition is fully updated and revised to cover all relevant changes in legislation, including the Fraud Act 2006, Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006, Animal Welfare Act 2006, Road Safety Act 2006, Police and Justice Act 2006, and Emergency Workers (Obstruction) Act 2006.

840 pages, Paperback

First published March 22, 2008

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