Queensland Consolidated Acts

POLICE POWERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ACT 2000 - SECT 27

Before a police officer decides where to establish a roadblock, the senior police officer present must consider--

(a) the effect the roadblock may have on road safety and public safety; and

(b) the likelihood of a dangerous situation happening if a person sought is located at the roadblock; and

(c) any other relevant safety considerations.

Example--

If the person sought is believed to be armed and dangerous, the police officer establishing the roadblock may decide not to establish it in a populated location.