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I acknowledge receipt of your Official Information Act 1982 request below, received by Police on 22 November 2024.

Your reference number is IR-01-24-41423.

You can expect a response to your request on or before 20 December 2024 unless an extension is needed.

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Lisa
Ministerial Services
Police National Headquarters

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From: Lance D. Lavery <[FOI #29282 email]>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2024 9:13 AM
To: Ministerial Services <[email address]>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Official Information request - Request for Information on Police Constable Identification Protocols

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Dear New Zealand Police,

Pursuant to the Official Information Act 1982, I request the following information regarding police constable identification protocols:

1. Are police constables in New Zealand legally obligated to identify themselves when interacting with members of the public? If so, please specify the applicable laws, regulations, or official policies that mandate such identification.

2. In instances where constables are required to identify themselves, what are the prescribed methods or forms by which identification must be provided? For example:
Verbally stating their name.
Providing a QID number.
Showing an official ID card or badge.
Other documented means of identification.

3. If a constable refuses to provide identification when requested, what lawful recourse or remedy is available to members of the public? This may include:
Escalation to a superior officer.
Filing a complaint through specific mechanisms.
Relevant legal protections or procedures to address such refusals.

4. Are there any internal guidelines or training materials for police officers outlining best practices for interacting with the public and responding to requests for identification? If available, I would appreciate copies or summaries of such materials.

5. How does the New Zealand Police ensure accountability in situations where identification protocols are not followed?

I make this request as a New Zealand citizen and require that the response be provided through the fyi.org.nz website, in accordance with the statutory provisions of the Official Information Act 1982.

I look forward to receiving your response within the statutory timeframe of 20 working days, as stipulated under the Official Information Act 1982.

Yours faithfully,

Lance D. Lavery

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