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Do I have to give my details to the police UK?
If the police suspect you of committing an offence they must inform you of the general nature of the offence believed to have been committed. If asked to do so, you must give your name, address, date and place of birth and nationality to the officer. You may also be asked for an explanation of your behaviour.
Can police detain you without arrest UK?
The police can hold you for up to 24 hours before they have to charge you with a crime or release you. They can apply to hold you for up to 36 or 96 hours if you’re suspected of a serious crime, eg murder. You can be held without charge for up to 14 days If you’re arrested under the Terrorism Act.
What do you say when a cop asks questions?
As a general rule, if you have been detained, you must truthfully identify yourself, and beyond that, the only appropriate answer to a police question is: “I want my lawyer.” If you wish to exercise your right to remain silent, state this out loud to the officer and then—remain silent!
Can I refuse to give a statement to the police UK?
You may decide you do not wish to continue with a complaint and would like the police to cease their investigation. If you decide this before giving a witness statement you can refuse to give one. If you do not give a witness statement, it is unlikely that the police will continue investigating.
What happens if you refuse to give your details to the police?
You DO NOT have to give your name and address unless the officer points out an offence he / she suspects you have committed. However, not providing your details may lead to you being detained for longer. 6. Your search is recorded on body-worn video, which is retained for 30 days.
Do you have to answer questions if you are under arrest?
When questioned by the police, you have the right to remain silent. So, you don’t have to answer any questions if you are under arrest. If you do decide to speak to the police, the statements can be used against you in a court of law. You may stop answering at any time and all questioning by police must stop as well.
Can a police officer stop and question you in the UK?
In the UK, the police are allowed to stop and question you at any time. However, you are not obliged to answer these questions and cannot be charged for not doing so. You can walk away or say ‘I am using my right to remain silent’, just make sure you do so in a calm and polite manner.
What are my rights if I am questioned by the police?
You may stop answering at any time and all questioning by police must stop as well. You have the right to have your attorney present if you decide to answer any questions. The request to have an attorney present must be clear and direct.
Can a police officer legally ask for ID without any suspicion?
The answer is, as in most legal questions, it depends. If an officer walks up to you and asks for your identification, that is a consensual encounter, if that’s all that they do. The idea of a consensual encounter is that the officer can do it without any kind of suspicion at all, because it’s not considered a seizure under the 4th Amendment.