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Record 1 2020-06-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Penal Administration
  • Police
DEF

A procedure, in addition to a strip search, which includes the physical probing of the rectum or vagina.

CONT

Body cavity searches involve the search of bodily orifices and cavities during a police search for contraband. The authorities are typically searching for items that can be smuggled past security checks, including drugs, weapons, and other items.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Administration pénitentiaire
  • Police
DEF

Méthode qui comprend l'examen manuel du rectum ou du vagin et qui s'ajoute à la fouille à nu.

CONT

L'examen des cavités corporelles comprend l'examen du rectum et/ou du vagin et doit être effectué par un médecin de même sexe que la personne fouillée, à moins que cette dernière consente à ce qu'un médecin de sexe opposé effectue l'examen.

Spanish

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