Does being detained go on your record?

Does being detained go on your record?

Even if you had actually been arrested, you would still not have to admit a conviction unless you had actually been convicted. However, your detention may still be in police records and might show up on a background check.

Do cops have to tell you why you are being detained?

Ask, “Am I free to leave?” If the police say you can go, simply walk away. If the police say you are not free to go, you’re being detained and they must tell you why. The police are legally allowed to detain you if they have reasonable grounds to suspect you’ve been involved in a crime.

What are your rights while being detained?

What are my rights following an arrest in New South Wales? After a person is arrested they will be taken to a police station where they must be told their rights after arrest. The right to have an interpreter present; and. The right to medical attention if it is necessary or requested for a reasonable reason.