What Happens After Arrest
After arrest, you will be taken into custody, interviewed, and a decision will be made about what happens next. What you do at this stage can directly affect the outcome.
Get Immediate HelpCustody and booking
You are taken to a police station and booked into custody.
Interview
You may be interviewed under caution. What you say can be used as evidence.
Possible outcomes
- •No further action
- •Released under investigation or on bail
- •Charged with an offence
Why this matters
Early decisions can change how the case develops.