Jab police kisi se interrogation karti hai, to accused ke kuch basic rights guaranteed hote hain, jo theoretical nahi, law me clearly recognised hain.
- Right to be informed of grounds of arrest.
- Right to consult a lawyer (directly or during questioning, depending on stage).
- Right against self-incrimination – kisi ko forcefully khud ke against confession karwane ka law allow nahi karta.
- Reasonable protection from torture, inhuman treatment.
- Production before magistrate within prescribed time frame after arrest.
Accused ko yeh bhi right hai ki wo silence maintain kare certain questions pe, lekin complete non-cooperation ka bhi practical effect investigation pe pad sakta hai. Balanced approach legal + realistic dono perspectives se better hai.
Family members ke liye advice: panic me bribe, forged documents, ya illegal tactics use na karein. Ek competent criminal lawyer engage karke legal strategy banana zyada safe path hai.
Rights ka knowledge hi accused ko vulnerable se informed bana deta hai.
