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Difference between revisions of "Know Your Rights (Legal Information for Indigenous People)"
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'''Ask for a lawyer''' and then remain silent: you have the right to do both. | '''Ask for a lawyer''' and then remain silent: you have the right to do both. | ||
'''REMEMBER''' | '''REMEMBER'''<BR> | ||
You do not have to answer their questions at any point. You always have the right to silence even if you have to speak to clear something up or be dismissed. | You do not have to answer their questions at any point. You always have the right to silence even if you have to speak to clear something up or be dismissed. | ||
<BLOCKQUOTE>“I want to remain silent. I want to speak to a lawyer.”</BLOCKQUOTE> | |||
'''You do not have to identify yourself to a police officer, unless:''' | |||
* You are under arrest. | |||
* You are driving – if you do not have your license on you, you can provide your name and date of birth. | |||
* You are issued a ticket. | |||
== Police custody and arrests == | |||
