England & Wales — know your rights
Key things to remember
You do not have to answer the questions put to you, though there can be consequences if you do not.
GOV.UK, Being arrested: your rights — your rights in custody
You do not have to say anything. But it may harm your defence if you do not mention when questioned something you later rely on in court. Anything you do say may be given in evidence.
The caution, word for word — this is what you will actually be told.
PACE Code C (2023), paragraph 10.5 — the caution
You are entitled to consult a solicitor privately at any time, free, whatever you earn.
Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, s.58(1)
You can have one friend, relative or other person likely to take an interest in your welfare told where you are.
Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, s.56(1)
You do have to answer or comply, specifically:
Stop your vehicle when a constable in uniform requires you to.
Road Traffic Act 1988, s.163(1)
As registered keeper, say who was driving when required.
Road Traffic Act 1988, s.172(2)(a)
Give your name and address if a uniformed officer has reason to believe you have been behaving anti-socially.
Police Reform Act 2002, s.50(1)
Give any information an examining officer requests at a port, airport or international rail station under Schedule 7.
Terrorism Act 2000, Schedule 7, paragraph 5
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