Locked Up
If you or someone you are with is stopped or picked up by the police, you have many of the same rights as adults. If this happens, here are important things you should know:
Do not resist arrest---the most important thing to do is to cooperate. Your attitude and cooperation will have a direct effect on how you are treated. You should give the police your name, address, phone number, and date of birth.
Beyond this, you do not have to volunteer any other information.
You do not need to sign anything without advice from your parents or a lawyer.
Ask the police to call your parents or another trusted adult.
Everyone is allowed a lawyer. If you cannot afford one, the court will appoint one for you.
