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Please check also Witness_Statement

here's a list of newsdesks to be contacted immediately in the event of a situation at the convergence space.

Radio Sheffield - 0114 2675440 Look North - 0114 2675430 Calendar - 0114 2727772 Sheffield Star - 0114 2767676

BUT also remember in case you are stopped, detained or arrested to immediately ring convergence centre to pass your details to legal defence monitoring group.

THANK YOU

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STOP & SEARCH

There is no general right for the police to search you, so ask them to identify the power they are using and remember what is said.

Where a Section 60 Order is in force uniformed police can stop people and vehicles and search them for weapons. No suspicion of that person or vehicle is required. The police can also require that any item be removed which the police think is wholly or mainly for concealing identity (e.g. masks).

Section 44 Terrorism Act also allows uniformed police to search you without suspicion.

The police can only carry out a "pat down" search and you are only required to remove outer clothing in public.

You do not have to give your name and address or answer any questions.

We advise you to say no comment to any questions.

You have a right to be given a written record of the search, even without giving your details.

IF YOU ARE DETAINED:

This is because there is not sufficient evidence to arrest you and they want to question you.

Shout out a name so you can be located later.

You have the right to know why - so ask.

Note the numbers of the police officers.

You do not have to give any information apart from your name and address. You may want to give your date of birth as this can speed up release.

We advise you to say no comment to any questions.

You have the right to have a person informed of your place of detention and to have a solicitor informed of your detention.

You cannot be detained for more than 6 hours.

IF YOU ARE ARRESTED:

Shout out a name so you can be located later.

You have the right to know why - so ask.

Note the numbers of the police officers.

You do not have to give any information apart from your name and address. You may want to give your date of birth as this can speed up release.

You have the right to have a person informed of your arrest.

You also have a right to speak to a solicitor free of charge.

We advise you to contact a solicitor and to say no comment to any questions until you have spoken to your solicitor. Don’t write or sign a statement or a police notebook.

G8 LEGAL SUPPORT GROUP

   Contact us if you are detained, arrested or witness an arrest.

Tel XXX XXXX XXXX

Email: g8legalsupport???

SOLICITORS ON CALL 24 HOURS A DAY:

Firm A XXX XXXX XXXX Kevin Tomlinston of KieranClarke & Co who are based down the road in Chesterfield (tel and address need checking) (no one in Sheffield?)

Firm B XXX XXXX XXXX

DON’T PANIC - DON’T TALK - YOU’LL SOON BE OUT



Postal address: LDMG, C/o BM Haven, London WC1N 3XX

THE ADVICE It is important to remember that the Dissent network and associated groups are structured non-hierarchically and autonomously. This means that no one is in the position to negotiate or has the mandate, even if that was so desired, to negotiate on behalf of the network and groups.

1. Do not respond. This is for several reasons.

a. You are under no obligation to speak to the police. b. By responding you are indicating to the police that you do have some sort of authority - yes, they can think like that. c. Even by responding negatively you are opening a dialogue; as with no comment interviews, it is best to ignore them as much as possible. Plus, it makes it harder for them to say you 'were uncooperative' in the press. d. Experience has shown that the police are totally untrustworthy in these sort of negotiations and will easily go back on their word. They are negotiating for their benefit, and those of there political masters, and not ours. They are seeking to minimize the impact of the protests, not facilitate it.

2. Contact your group/network and let them know so you can take measure of the situation together and if necessary offer the appropriate support.

3. Contact the G8 Legal Support Group, who are monitoring such incidents, at g8arrestsupport@riseup.net

 THE IMPLICATIONS

Firstly, judging by the people who have been approached, it says more about the level of the local police's resources/intelligence/priorities than on the people who have the misfortune to receive them. From what we can tell the people approached are those who have put their head above the parapet for various reasons and thus come to the attention of the state. The police are clearly working on a hierarchical model and in the absence of other materials this model means they pick on the more visible in our movement. This is life and why neither the people singled out in this way or those around them should draw much in conclusion. Rather it better to read between the lines of these communications and see just how the state is approaching us.

Secondly, it is a common police tactic to pick out and isolate individuals. This is as much a divide and rule tactic as anything else. It disempowers the individual by increasing the pressure and creating artificial divides between them and those around them. The best way to deal with this is to refuse to allow the state to set our personal agendas and to put aside the paranoia they are attempting foist on us. This is best achieved by simply ignoring them out right as much as possible.

The G8 Legal Support Group

For more information on your rights please visit the following websites



[http:www.freebeagles.org]





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BUST CARD Howells Solicitors, Bridge Street TEL:0114 249 6666 FAX: 0114 250 0656 (check this firm before, might not work)

What To Do If You’re Stopped By The Police

Think carefully about your words, movement, body language, and emotions.

Don’t get into an argument with the police.

Remember, anything you say or do can be used against you.

Keep your hands where the police can see them. Don’t run. Don’t touch any police officer.

Don’t resist even if you believe you are innocent. (But first make sure they are real police officers and you're not just being mugged).

Don’t complain on the scene or tell the police they’re wrong or that you’re going to make a complaint.

Do not make any statements regarding the incident.

Ask for a lawyer immediately upon your arrest.

Remember officers’ badge & patrol car numbers. (right them down or film them if possible).

Write down everything you remember ASAP.

Try to find witnesses & their names & phone numbers. Alternatively, contact your local arrest support group or the national arrest support group.

If you are injured, take photographs of the injuries as soon as possible, but make sure you seek medical attention first.

If you feel your rights have been violated, make a written complaint immediately.

Do not make any decisions about your case until you have talked with a lawyer.

IF YOU’RE ARRESTED OR TAKEN TO A POLICE STATION

You have the right to remain silent and to talk to a lawyer before you talk to the police. Tell the police nothing except your name and address.

Don’t give any explanations, excuses or stories. You can make your defence later, in court, based on what you and your lawyer decide is best.

You have the right to a lawyer. Ask to see one immediately.

Don’t say anything without a lawyer.

Within a reasonable time after your arrest, or booking, you have the right to make a local phone call: to a lawyer, a relative or any other person.

The police may not listen to the call to the lawyer.

What you say to the police is always important. What you say can be used against you, and it can give the police an excuse to arrest you, especially if you bad-mouth a police officer.

You must show your driver's licence and registration when stopped in a car. Otherwise, you don't have to answer any questions if you are detained or arrested,

You don’t have to consent to any search of yourself, your car or your house. If you DO consent to a search, it can affect your rights later in court. If the police say they have a search warrant, ASK TO SEE IT.

Do not interfere with, or obstruct the police – you can be arrested for it.

IN YOUR HOME

If the police knock and ask to enter your home, you don’t have to admit them unless they have a warrant.

If you are arrested, the police can search you and the area close by. If you are in a building, “close by” usually means just the room you are in.

Everyone, including minors, has the right to courteous and respectful police treatment. If your rights are violated, don’t try to deal with the situation at the scene. You can talk to a lawyer afterwards, or file a complaint

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IF YOU ARE STOPPED FOR QUESTIONING It's not a crime to refuse to answer questions, but refusing to answer might make the police suspicious about you.

Police may “pat-down” your clothing if they suspect a concealed weapon. Don’t physically resist, but make it clear that you don’t consent to any further search.

Ask if you are under arrest. If you are, you have a right to know why.

Don’t bad-mouth the police officer or run away, even if you believe what is happening is unreasonable. That could lead to your arrest.

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