LDC Criminal Procedure Practice Questions - Uganda LDC Bar Course - Criminal Procedure Exam

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A police officer needs to conduct a physical search of a female suspect arrested for theft. Under Section 8 of the Criminal Procedure Code Act (Cap 116), what is the mandatory procedure for such a search?

The search must be conducted by a female police officer or any female person, with strict regard to decency. The search must be conducted by the arresting officer, regardless of gender, provided a third-party witness is present. The search can only be conducted under the direct supervision of a Magistrate. A physical search of a female suspect is prohibited; police may only search her handbag and outer garments.

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The search must be conducted by a female police officer or any female person, with strict regard to decency.

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