The Legal Services Commission offers an overnight advice service for people who have been arrested for indictable offences and are in police custody. The following chapter outlines some police powers in relation to search and arrest procedures, including forensic procedures, and highlights the rights of an arrested person. This information is particularly applicable to the overnight advice service.
We embrace diversity and welcome all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Legal Services acknowledges Aboriginal people as the Traditional Owners and ongoing occupants of the lands and waters in South Australia and we respect their spiritual, cultural and heritage beliefs. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community and pay our deep respect to Elders past and present.
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