Question: What shows up on Clares Law?

Clares Law has two main elements: a right to ask, which allows members of the public, including a domestic partner, to request information from the police about a potential abuser; and a right to know, which, in certain circumstances, permits police to disclose such information to the public on their own

Does Claires law only show convictions?

Clares Law deals primarily with convictions for violent or abusive behaviour. It may be the case that whilst someone doesnt have violent convictions, police do have access to information indicating a pattern of worrying behaviour.

Who can request information under Clares Law?

Anyone can apply for a disclosure using Clares Law- designed to protect potential victims of domestic abuse by allowing them to request information about their partners past, or that of a person of concern to them.

How long are you on Clares Law?

It is envisaged that the maximum time that it will take to complete the whole process, including these and the disclosure of information if de- cided necessary, is 35 days. The police will act immediately if at any point they consider you to be at risk and in need of protection from harm.

What is Sarahs Law UK?

The child sex offender disclosure scheme, sometimes called Sarahs Law, allows parents, carers or guardians to formally ask the police for information about a person who has contact with their child, or a child close to them, if theyre concerned the person may pose a risk.

Can you be a teacher if your partner has a criminal record?

Heads and teachers will be barred from working in schools in future if they live with someone who has a conviction for a violent or sexual crime, according to new rules. The regulations cover convictions against adults or children.

What is Sarahs Law?

The child sex offender disclosure scheme, sometimes called Sarahs Law, allows parents, carers or guardians to formally ask the police for information about a person who has contact with their child, or a child close to them, if theyre concerned the person may pose a risk.

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