Now in its sixth edition, Sloan's Police Law Primer is a handy reference book providing a clear, comprehensive overview of police practice, Home Office advice, and the law relating to every facet of police work. It is designed to fulfil the needs of working police officers requiring an accessible reference tool, and to provide valuable background information for those working in the Special Constabulary and private security industry.;This new edition has been completely updated to include all additions to the police promotional examination syllabus. It takes into account major legislative change since the last edition, including the implementation of the Human Rights Act 1998 on the day-to-day role of the police and major changes to the law such as the Terrorism Act 2000 and the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.