Accused Person
A person being investigated for a criminal offense.
As an accused person, you have the right to remain silent and to bring in a defense lawyer at any time. You must be informed of these rights before an interrogation. Premature statements without access to the case file often cause harm in criminal proceedings.
The relevant statutes
§ 136 StPO
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General explanation for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). Individual cases may differ: if in doubt, contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.