Published on 12, July, 2020
Firstly: As the (annoying) commentry indicates we don't know all the facts here.
Secondly: It's a "zero hedge" article featuring PJW, so will be utter anathema to some people.
Thirdly: It's morbidly interesting, and somewhat thought provoking.
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/arrested-saying-lesbian
I'm still confused about what really happened or how the situation could have been handled.
Confiscated the phone? Under what authority? We are not yet a total police state.
Ian said:Confiscated the phone? Under what authority?
https://www.jointhecops.co.uk/how-long-can-the-police-hold-your-phone/
In order for a police officer to seize your phone, they must have either been granted a warrant to do so or after an official arrest.
The police in the UK cannot legally obtain your mobile device without good reason. Therefore, if you find yourself in a situation where the police are involved, you do not need to hand over your mobile phone without a warrant or before an arrest.
The UK PACE caution is " Anything you do say may be given in evidence." That means the defence can use the interview to support their case.