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Your rights

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You have the right to be treated fairly and with respect by the police. Know your rights if you are stopped or taken to the police station.
Find out how the legal system will affect you as an offender, a victim or as a witness.
Find out more about what a custodial sentence is and where it is served.
As a child or young person in custody you still have the right to a good education.
Find out about what restrictions this law actually places on anti-social behaviour and what powers the authorities can use.
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