2. EU Citizens

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While EU citizens are not British citizens, it is extremely hard to deport them from the UK. They would need to commit really, really serious offences to prejudice their immigration status here.

Most EU citizens who leave the country after a criminal conviction do so because they can shorten their prison sentence by agreeing to leave.

It is very, very rare for people to be arrested for such serious offences on demonstrations in the UK.

Key Messages

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  • No Comment

    • You do not need to answer police questions, so don’t.

  • No Personal Details

    • You don't have to give details under ANY stop and search power.

  • No Duty Solicitor

    • Use a recommended solicitor with protest experience.

  • No Caution

    • They admit guilt for an alleged offence that might never get to court.

  • What Power?

    • Ask "What power?" to challenge a police officer to act lawfully.

Elsewhere

Planning an Action?

Know Your Rights

Been Arrested?

Action Against the Police