The Arrest Handbook

BC Civil Liberties Association

The police are responsible for enforcing the law. While they’re deserving of respect and assistance, they must also respect your legal rights. This booklet has important information about how you can expect the police to act, and how you can respond if you feel the police don’t act properly. It is available in English, French, Punjabi, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese.

Last reviewed March 2026
Thumbnail of the cover to the Arrest Handbook, with icons on the bottom including the scales of justice.