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What is the right to remain silent during a police interview?

The right to remain silent means that you do not have to answer any questions the police ask you (except for providing your name and address). You can simply respond with “no comment.” If you exercise this right, it cannot be used against you in court.

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What can I do in a police interview?

You have the legal right to give a “no comment” record of interview. While you must provide your name and address to Victoria Police, you cannot be penalized for answering “no comment” to other questions asked during the interview.