BORA Policing Bill [pdf, 415 KB]
...will therefore be approached in light of section 6 of the Bill of Rights Act. This means that clause 34 is to be given a meaning that is consistent with the guarantee of freedom of expression under the Bill of Rights Act. Powers relating to the care and protection of intoxicated people 76. Generally, the Bill contains provisions authorising the detention of intoxicated persons where they are incapable of protecting themselves from physical harm, likely to cause physical harm to ano...