Avoid head on confrontation – when you have identified ring members of
a militia group, avoid head on confrontation with such elements. People
of such behavior usually bank on institutional support.
Avoid carrying weapons – during election period, there are weapons that
are banned. Ensure that you are not found with such weapons in your
possession.
c) Tips on What to Do After Being Arrested
i) Do not resist arrest, even
if you believe you are
innocent.
You
arrested
anyway,
then
you'll
additional
will
be
and
have
the
charge
of
Resisting Arrest. Also, the
police are more likely to
hurt people who resist arrest.
ii) If you are told that you are under arrest, give only the name, address,
and telephone number of your immediate family who are useful or
Lawyers for Human Rights. This information is needed in setting bail.
iii) You have a right to remain silent. Say only, "I want to talk to a lawyer." If
the police continue to question you, give general information that is
obvious. Also, do not speak on a video tape request, your lawyer speaks
on your behalf. The police’s main objective is to drive towards a situation
whereby you incriminate yourself. If you're arrested with somebody else,
don't talk with them about the incident in the back of the police car for
the vehicles might have recording devices.
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