Stop and SearchEssex Police has a clear vision for stop and search - to gain the trust and confidence of the community in the use of stop and search as a tactic for keeping everyone safe.
Assistant Chief Constable Maurice Mason said: "Stop and search is a vital tactic in combating crime, disrupting offenders, gathering intelligence and avoiding the unnecessary detention of individuals.
"Around one in 10 of Essex Police stop and searches result in an arrest. We have a duty to exercise our power with consideration, being careful not to undermine public trust and confidence."
We are always looking to improve the service we deliver to residents of our county and want to know how you feel about stop and search.
If you've been stopped and searched, please complete our anonymous survey to let us know how you feel you were treated and how we can do things better.
You can find out more about stop and search in this document.
Assistant Chief Constable Maurice Mason said: "Stop and search is a vital tactic in combating crime, disrupting offenders, gathering intelligence and avoiding the unnecessary detention of individuals.
"Around one in 10 of Essex Police stop and searches result in an arrest. We have a duty to exercise our power with consideration, being careful not to undermine public trust and confidence."
We are always looking to improve the service we deliver to residents of our county and want to know how you feel about stop and search.
If you've been stopped and searched, please complete our anonymous survey to let us know how you feel you were treated and how we can do things better.
You can find out more about stop and search in this document.