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Stop and Search Statistics

We collate and report statistics on the number of persons stopped, searched, questioned and arrested under each of 5 legislative powers (PACE, Misuse of Drugs Act, Firearms Order, Terrorism Act and Justice and Security Act).

2019/20 Stop and Search Statistics, published 27 May 2020

Stop and Search documentation

Stop and Search User Guide (PDF, 606 KB)

Stop and Search Statistics - Previous Financial Year Reports

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