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Getting Arrested – What to do!

At Aston Legal – Criminal Defence Lawyers, we help our clients defend all criminal offences. Whether serious charges such as assault, drug offences, theft or fraud or less serious offences such as common assault or driving or traffic offences.

An important aspect of defending police charges is knowing what to do if you get arrested. We have provided some information which might assist.

Getting arrested can happen to anyone. It can be scary. This story is about getting arrested. It will help you to know what to do if it ever happens to you.

Arrest means you have to go with the police. If the police say “You’re under arrest” then go with the police. Stay calm and don’t argue or fight and don’t run away.

At the police station you will have to take everything out of your pockets. Don’t worry, the police will put your things in a bag and later you will get everything back. The police might search you by feeling over your clothes. Again, don’t get angry – it’s a rule and it’s for your safety.

The police will tell you that you don’t have to say or do anything while you’re at the police station. Read the rest of this entry »

Going to court – A guide to the Local Court for defendants in criminal matters

So, you’re going to court…

This guide explains what to do if you have received a Court Attendance Notice (CAN) for a criminal offence and have to go to a NSW Local Court.

Before you go to Court you should…

Get legal advice as soon as you can

It can take time to get legal aid or to see a private lawyer. If you prefer to speak for yourself in court, it is still important to get legal advice before your day in court.

Remember, the court will be making decisions about your future. So getting legal help is a good idea!
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