Letter of rights - your rights when you are in a police station: easy read
This letter for people held in police custody in Scotland, sets out their rights in straightforward language. This version was created in April 2023
Seeing a doctor or a nurse
You have the right to see a doctor or a nurse if you are ill or injured.
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Tell the police if you think you need to see a doctor or a nurse.
It is important you tell the police if you have a medical condition or are on medication.
It is also important to tell the Police if you have any drug or alcohol addiction or if you are thinking of harming yourself.
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This is to help the Police take care of you when you are in police custody.
Contact
Email: LetterofRights@gov.scot
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