Pre-Charge Processes
Should I give a statement to the police?
If you have been arrested or are being investigated for an offence, you are not required to give a statement to the police. You have a constitutionally protected right to silence that prevents you from being forced to make self-incriminating statements. If the police have asked you to participate in an investigation by making a statement, your first step should be to seek legal advice. ...
What should I do if I am being investigated by the police?
If you are under investigation by the police, it does not mean you will necessarily be charged or found guilty of a criminal offence, but you do need to take the matter seriously and take steps to protect yourself. At this point in the process, there is a significant information imbalance between you and the police because you may not know the full scope of ...