A guide to health, safety and other prosecution risks - part 13. PACE interviews - a word of caution
09.12.09
Following an incident, if the regulator believes an offence has been committed, a request for an interview under caution pursuant to the provisions of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, often referred to as a "PACE interview", may be made. But what does such an interview entail and do you have to attend?
Wragge & Co's health and safety experts provide more information on PACE interviews and points to consider when deciding on whether to attend.
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Key Contact
Andrew Litchfield, partner, +44 (0)121 685 2780, andrew_litchfield@wragge.com
Susan Dearden, partner, +44 (0)121 685 2957, susan_dearden@wragge.com
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