8. What Happens Next?

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See our I’ve been Arrested! guide.

You might also want to take a look at this book by London Defence Monitoring Group (now Activist Court Aid Brigade)  “No Comment” – The Defendant’s Guide to Arrest.

The guide is also available in Welsh – Dim sylw!

Key Messages

  • 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