What is the best way to behave if I am detained or arrested?

Anyone arrested by the police must be brought before a magistrate by the following day at the latest to review the grounds for continued detention, or else be released.

You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible after your arrest and not make any statements to the police or the magistrate without your lawyer present.

What statements must I make if arrested? Am I allowed to refuse to testify?

You naturally have the right to remain silent and are only required to provide personal identification details.

This includes your full name, date and place of birth, marital status, home address, and occupation. You only need to state your job title. You are not required to, and should not, provide information about your financial situation, income, or employer.

You should discuss with your lawyer whether it might be helpful to provide a statement after all.

Your lawyer can also help you maintain contact with your family.