24-hour PACE clock
A measure of time under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984. In most cases, 24 hours is the maximum length of time a person can be detained in police custody without being charged.
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A measure of time under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984. In most cases, 24 hours is the maximum length of time a person can be detained in police custody without being charged.
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