Question of the month

I've been in a fight

Question

I'm 16 years old and after school my friends and I got in a fight on the way home with other guys from the school. A couple of the guys got hurt and now I've been contacted by the police and asked to come to the police station to answer questions. What are my rights?

Answer

The police must have a parent/guardian /independent adult present during any questioning of a young person under 18.

You have to right to answer all questions "no comment".

You have the right to speak to a friend, relative or lawyer ("legal practitioner" is the phrase police use) before the interview starts.

As this incident occurred on the way home from school, the principal may talk to all students involved and there may be disciplinary consequences for some or all of those involved.

Get legal advice as soon as possible.

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