Law enforcement agency powers

A law enforcement agency (LEA) has powers, which other government subjects do not, to enable the LEA to undertake its responsibilities. These powers are generally in one of six forms: Exemptions from laws Intrusive powers, for search, seizure, and interception Legal deception Use of force and constraint of liberty Jurisdictional override Direction The types of powers and law exemptions available to a LEA vary from country to country.

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