8. Kept at the police station
The police will only keep me at the police station for as long as necessary. They’ll keep me safe and respect my rights while I’m there.
You should be able to make a phone call to your parent or guardian.
You should not be put in a cell, unless there’s nowhere else safe and comfortable at the police station. You must never be put in a cell with an adult.
The police must try to contact someone who’s responsible for you (like a parent, carer, guardian or social worker) to let them know where you are.
If you’re female, a female member of staff will look after you.
Yo will have food and water, a place to sleep, clothes or blankets to keep you warm, and sanitary products if you need them.
You can ask for a book to read, or something to draw or write with. The police should give you an activity unless they think it’s a risk to your safety and wellbeing.
You should not be kept at the police station for more than 24 hours before the police decide whether to charge you, unless you’re accused of a serious crime.
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