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Anti-Social Behaviour· ASBCPA 2014

Section 35 — Direction to leave a locality (Dispersal Power)

Constable in uniform may direct a person aged 10+ to leave a specified locality and not return for up to 48 hours, where authorised by an officer of inspector rank or above and certain conditions are met.

Penalty reference

Mode of trial
Summary
Maximum penalty
3 months / level 4 fine (£2,500) for failing to comply.
Out-of-court eligibility
CR
Caution
Cond. Caution

Note: Issue Dispersal Direction first; charge only for breach.

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