Searches in schools

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What are the rules for a police search?
What is a Safer Schools Police Officer?
Searching for weapons
Entering school property to search for weapons
"Section 60" searches for weapons
Searches by school staff
Searches using scans and metal detectors
When does an appropriate adult need to be involved?
Searches of trans or non-binary pupils
Who can be an appropriate adult?
Standing up for your rights

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