Warning (e.g. said by the police when they give evidence)

Warning (e.g. said by the police when they give evidence)

A statement that a police officer must make to a person before asking them questions about an offence. The police officer must tell the person that they have the right to remain silent, but if they do say something, it may be used in evidence in any future court case, including as evidence against them. Also known as a police caution.

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Offence
Evidence
Used in evidence against you (used against you)
Police caution

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