5. Police questioning
If the police want to ask questions about whether I was involved in a crime, they must explain and respect my rights.
The police cannot ask you any questions unless you have an appropriate adult with you.
The police must ask you and your appropriate adult whether you want a lawyer. If either of you do, the police cannot ask their questions until the lawyer arrives.
Your lawyer works for you and not the police. They will explain the interview process to you, give you advice before the interview starts and support you during the interview.
The police must explain that a caution means you do not have to answer their questions, and that what you decide to say could be used as evidence later.
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