Your Rights During Arrest
If you are arrested, you have fundamental constitutional rights:
- Right to be informed of charges against you
- Right to remain silent
- Right to legal representation
- Right against torture or cruel treatment
- Right to be brought before court within 24-48 hours
What You Should Do
1. Ask "Am I under arrest?" and "What are the charges?"
2. Request a lawyer immediately
3. Do not answer questions without your lawyer present
4. Document any injuries with photos/witnesses
Emergency Contacts
IPOA (Police Complaints): 0711 267 001
Law Society of Kenya: 0722 666 777