FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What if I am Arrested?
The police officer or other person arresting you must tell you that you are under
arrest and what you are under arrest for.
If you are arrested, you must tell the police
officer your name, date of birth and address. If you do not,
you will be held in custody until the police can identify you.
You have a right to speak
with a lawyer before answering any other questions.
There is a telephone number that the police must provide to
you so you can speak with the 24 hour on call lawyer at no
cost to you. You should ask to speak with
the 24 hour on call lawyer before answering any other questions.
You also have a right to speak
with any adult you choose before answering
any other questions. You should ask to speak
with an adult before answering any other questions.
You should not sign anything
until you have spoken to the 24 hour on call lawyer.
If you have been arrested it is in your best
interests to be respectful to the police and ask to speak with
a lawyer immediately.
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