The police interrogation process in the United Kingdom has been a subject of controversy. A sharp debate exists as to the proper limits of police authority in questioning criminal suspects. This debate has focused on how to regulate the police interrogation process and thereby balance the public interest in crime control against the individual interest in freedom from state coercive authority. Critically evaluate the law on confession evidence and discuss whether the current law offers sufficient protection to suspects during police interrogation. Assessment Criteria for written coursework: i) Accurate, analytical and comprehensive identification of the factual and legal issues involved. ii) Critical application of current Evidence law to these issues. iii) Acceptable use of English and a well-structured approach. iv) Inclusion of a bibliography and properly cited references to relevant case-law, statutes and academic texts.

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