Understanding your rights is essential, especially when it comes to interactions with the police.
This page is here to help you navigate situations like stop-and-search encounters, so you feel informed, confident, and prepared.
Our “Know Your Rights” booklet is designed specifically for young people, offering clear guidance on what the police can and cannot do during a stop and search. Inside, you’ll find practical tips on how to handle the situation calmly, and how to assert your rights without escalating the encounter.
The booklets provides an insight to:
- Your legal rights during a stop and search.
- What the police are required to tell you.
- How to remain calm and confident.
- What to do if you feel you have not been able to exercise your rights.
Please click here to scan the QR code below to access the booklet in full.
