Need Advice?Call: 0808 00 13-2-19 Text: 077664 13-2-19 Chat/Email: Rights at 16+Your rights at 16+ - at a glanceAt age 16, you can:
At age 17, you can (see also the rights from age 16):
Also at age 17, a care order can no longer be made on you. At age 18You are considered an adult in the eyes of the law and can:
Dealing with the policeIf you are stopped in the street by the police, it may be that they suspect you have done something illegal or are about to do something illegal. If you are stopped, the police must tell you:
You must give your name and address, but you don't have to answer any legal questions until you have had legal advice. If you're under 17:You can't be questioned at a police station without a parent or carer being there. If your parent or carer can't be present, there must be an 'appropriate adult', such as a family friend or relative See the Connexions Direct 'Your Rights' section for more info. ContactsCitizens Advice BureauConfidential advice on a range of issues, including legal matters Community Legal ServiceFor help and information on a range of legal issues and information about local lawyers and advice centres CrimestoppersAn independent charity dedicated to preventing and solving crimes Disability Law ServiceProvides free and confidential legal advice to people with disabilities, their families and carers. They are funded to provide advice for specific areas of law - consumer, community care, disability discrimination, education, employment and welfare benefits. NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children)Confidential advice and counselling, available 24 hours a day Victim SupportNational charity that helps people affected by crime Tel: 0845 30 30 900 (Victim Supportline can also put you in contact with your local Witness Service) Minicom: 020 7896 3776 e-mail:supportline@victimsupport.org.uk West Midlands PoliceTel: 0845 113 5000 (Central Switchboard; can connect you to local stations) |
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