ABSTRACT
Important rights of an individual detained in police custody • Right to have someone of their choice informed of their arrest. • Right to have free, private legal advice from a solicitor. • Right to examine the custody record, which can be requested for up to 12 months after period of
detention, and the code of practice. • Right to an appropriate adult where appropriate. • At least 8 hours of uninterrupted rest in any 24-hour period, not disturbed by interviews or travel.
