What are your rights when being arrested?

Date published

6 June 2020

In the lead-up to the Black Lives Matter rallies which took place across Australia on 6 June, RLC police accountability solicitor Samantha Lee appeared on ABC Breakfast TV to discuss police powers, tips for dealing with police at a protest, and what to do if you are arrested.

ABC News 24, 6 June 2020.

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