Police – 12 facts you need to know

This sheet is intended to provide general legal information about the law in Queensland. This information is not legal advice. If you have a particular legal problem you should contact a solicitor for legal advice. At the end is a list of agencies that might be able to assist you, including legal agencies.

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• What do I have to tell the police?
  
• Do I have to carry ID on me?
  
• Do Police have to show their ID?
  
• Do I have to go with a police officer?
  
• Can police ‘move me on?
  
• What if I am arrested?
  
• How long can the police hold me?
  
• Who can I have with me during police questioning?
  
• Am I entitled to make a phone call?
  
• What if I am charged with an offence?
  
• Treated unfairly?
  
• Who can help?
  

Source: Youth Advocacy Centre - 31/1/13