Important: NeuroJustice is a learning tool. It shares general communication tips and safety guidance to help you practise calm and clear interactions with police. It is not legal advice. If you need legal advice, speak with a lawyer or a community legal service.
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Police may come to check on your wellbeing. This is called a welfare check. They are there to make sure you are safe. This does not mean you have done anything wrong. You can answer in simple words.
Key points
A welfare check means someone is concerned for your safety.
You can answer in simple words.
If communication is hard, say you need more time or less noise.