Blackstone's Police Operational Handbook 2025 - now available to buy!
- The only portable, succinct law reference for police officers on the beat
- Covers over 400 different offences in the areas of general patrol, crime, assaults, drugs, sexual offences, public disorder, firearms, weapons licensing, and road traffic
- Clearly lays out all the legislation you need on patrol along with points to prove, powers of arrest, mode of trial, related cases, and practical considerations
- Simple, standardised layout, with a clear system of icons to guide you through complex areas of legislation
- Offers tips on searching for drugs, conflict resolution, and human rights issues
- Useful appendices include: religious dates and events, traffic data, firearms offences relating to age, and handy contacts and web addresses
