Can the police legally interview a child without parental consent?

* This will flag comments for moderators to take action. Yes, children can be interviewed by police without parental consent or presence. It often happens in cases where the child is accusing a parent of molesting them for example.

Can a child be questioned without a parent present?

The right to remain silent can be exercised by children, and children also have the right to have an attorney present during questioning. Parents can often get upset when they learn that their child was questioned by law enforcement without their express permission.

Can a minor refuse to answer police questions?

Yes, the police can question a minor without parents being present. However, you can tell your grandson to refuse to answer questions without a lawyer present.

Can a parent attend a non immigrant visa interview?

The fundamental rule for applying for a non-immigrant visa is that every applicant must qualify based on his or her own circumstances. Both parents should attend the visa interview with their minor children, if possible. If one parent is unable to attend, the non-accompanying parent should send…

Can a parent refuse to have their child interviewed?

However, if a parent is present when the police approach the child or police ask permission in advance, a parent can refuse to allow the child to be interviewed. A lawyer (hired by the parent) also can refuse an interview on a child’s behalf.

Can a police officer question a child without a parent?

Featured In. Police can question a child without a parent present and are not required to obtain permission from a parent before questioning the child. However, if a parent is present when the police approach the child or police ask permission in advance, a parent can refuse to allow the child to be interviewed.

Where can a child be interviewed by police?

Many communities have “safe houses” for interviewing children, or offices with children’s furniture and toys, where the interviews are conducted only by professionals who are specially trained in techniques for interviewing children.

What are the do’s and don’ts of conducting interviews with kids?

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