Police user guide
This section provides police users with contractual information about how PECS supports police custodial operations. It also explains how police can help support the efficient delivery of the criminal justice system.
Use the links below to access the main sections of the guide.
Service provisions for police
Provides information of what PECS services are available for the police, including cross border moves, managing prisoners requiring hospital treatment and any police requests for additional PECS support.
Prisoner movements – police stations
This sections covers requirements of both police and PECS suppliers when moving prisoners to and from police custody suites. It also provides important guidance on how to manage children who are non-compliant.
Prisoners locked out – police custody
Prisoners may be required to be located with the police due to prison timing or capacity issues. This section provides relevant details on the prison lockout process.
Extradition prisoners
The PECS contract supports the movement of prisoners on both inbound and outbound extradition procedure, with this section providing details on both police and PECS supplier responsibilities.
National cross local justice protocol
This sections provides details on the approach to hearing cases at local magistrates courts, reducing the need for long journeys.
Warrant of further detention
Procedures to bring a detained person before a court to obtain a warrant of further detention are outlined in this section.