SCHEDULE 12 Fingerprints and Samples
National Security Act 2023 (2023 c 32) | Legislation

SCHEDULE 12 Fingerprints and Samples

Section 58

Taking of fingerprints and samples: England, Wales and Northern Ireland

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(1)     This paragraph applies at any time when a Part 2 notice is in force in respect of an individual in England, Wales or Northern Ireland.

(2)     A constable may take fingerprints or a non-intimate sample from the individual—

(a)     with the consent of the individual given in writing, or

(b)     without that consent.

(3)     A constable may use reasonable force, if necessary, for the purpose of exercising the power under sub-paragraph (2)(b).

(4)     Before any fingerprints or a non-intimate sample are taken the individual must be informed—

(a)     of the reason for taking the fingerprints or sample,

(b)     of the fact that the fingerprints or sample are taken under the power conferred by this paragraph, and

(c)     that the fingerprints or sample may be the subject of a relevant search.

(5)     The matters mentioned in sub-paragraph (4) must be recorded as soon as practicable after the fingerprints or non-intimate sample are taken.

(6)     The information mentioned in sub-paragraph (4) must be given by—

(a)     the constable taking the fingerprints or non-intimate sample, or

(b)     if the fingerprints

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