DPP v Hawkins

Facts

An officer arrested a youth but could not give the reason because he struggled. The officer was then assaulted.

Issue

Was the officer acting in the execution of his duty?

Held

Yes. The duty to give reasons arises as soon as practicable, and the arrest was not unlawful while it was impracticable to give them.

Principle

Reasons must be given at the time or as soon as practicable.

Why it matters

Explains the timing of the duty to give reasons.

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