If you have been accused of a crime, you may be taken to a local police station and detained for questioning. The police will explain your rights to you and offer you the chance to make a free telephone call. The police will also give you access to free and independent legal advice.
For help contact any of the following:
- a solicitor or local law centre
- a close friend
- the UWE Student Advice and Welfare Services , 3F, Frenchay Campus, tel. (0117) 32 82822
- the UWE Students' Union Advice Centre , 4F, Frenchay Campus, tel. (0117) 32 82676 or 32 82571
- the local Citizens Advice Bureau, 12 Broad Street, Bristol City Centre 0870 1212134
The UWE Couselling and Psychological Service, 3F, Frenchay Campus, tel. (0117) 32 82558 may be able to offer you emotional support if you have been accused of a crime.