Witnessing an arrest

Anyone engaging in Nonviolent Direct Action or other forms of protest can be arrested. It is all at the discretion of police officers who must have a reasonable suspicion that you are committing, have committed or are going to commit an arrestable offence.

Read our guide for information on witnessing an arrest and download a witnessing arrest card.

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Created 2024-02-14 12:19:16 UTC by Stella
Updated 2026-07-19 21:03:22 UTC by Leah - RT Proofreader