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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Public consultation on the code of practice for the extraction of information from electronic devices

17 May 2022 · Home Office

Proposed by Kit Malthouse Con North West Hampshire

Justice & Courts

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Key points

  • The statement announces the launch of a public consultation on the draft code of practice for the extraction of information from electronic devices.
  • The consultation aims to ensure lawful use of powers and respect for individuals' privacy.
  • Responses are encouraged from those interested in these issues.

Issue summary

The statement announces the launch of a public consultation on the draft code of practice for the extraction of information from electronic devices under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act.

Action requested

I am launching a public consultation to gather views on the draft code of practice, which aims to ensure lawful use of powers and respect for individuals' privacy. Responses are encouraged from those interested in these issues.

Key facts

  • Public consultation launched on the draft code of practice.
  • Code will be admissible in evidence in criminal or civil proceedings.
  • All authorised persons have a duty to consider the code when exercising powers.
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