PS Officer Handbook

What’s New in Version 1.9.7 This update adds new reference content, expands existing guidance and includes a number of improvements across the app. • New Acronyms & Mnemonics Reference Tool Added a searchable, category-filtered reference containing common policing memory aids across core policing, evidence, arrest and custody, road policing, wellbeing and first aid, with expandable guidance and favourites support. • Expanded Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 Reference Added a dedicated searchable reference covering offences within Schedule 8, related roadside powers and key definitions, including guidance on section 95 mud and debris offences. • Updated Traffic Fixed Penalty Guidance Updated Direct Measures and supporting road traffic content to reflect Police Scotland’s new Traffic Fixed Penalty procedure, including payment, default consequences, endorsement and the right to request a court hearing. • General Improvements Made a number of accuracy, reliability and usability improvements across the app, alongside general bug fixes and content refinements.