What does under caution mean in the UK?
An interview under caution is a formal interview with the suspects in an investigation. You may be asked to attend voluntarily or you may be under arrest. The interview starts with the officer giving you “the caution”.
How long does a caution last in Ireland?
six years
If you admit an offence, the police can give you a caution. A caution is not a conviction. A caution is a warning which stays on your record for six years if you’re an adult, or two years if you’re under 18.
What is a police caution Australia?
If you receive a caution, the police can’t take any further action against you in relation to that offence. You receive a caution instead of having any other criminal penalty. There cannot be any conditions or further penalties, but you can be asked to write an apology to the victim.
What does it mean to caution someone police?
A police caution (since 2005 more properly known as a simple caution) is a formal warning given by the police to anyone aged 10 years or over who has admitted that they are guilty of a minor crime. A person may refuse to admit guilt and not accept a caution, but can then be subject to criminal prosecution.
What happens when you are questioned under caution?
It means that the evidence we have obtained so far suggests that you may have committed an offence. The interview will give you the opportunity to provide an explanation of the events that have happened.
Is a caution serious?
You have to admit an offence and agree to be cautioned. You can be arrested and charged if you don’t agree. A caution is not a criminal conviction, but it could be used as evidence of bad character if you go to court for another crime.
Should you accept a police caution?
Never accept a police caution unless the case is strong An example of when evidence may be strong is if someone is found in possession of illegal drugs, and there is no reasonable explanation as to why. In those circumstances, if you do not accept a caution, it is quite likely that the police will charge you.
Is a police caution the same as a warning?
There is no difference between a caution and a warning. A caution can be given to anyone over 10 years old for a minor offence such as graffiti.
How do you know if you have a police caution?
If you are still unsure if you have a police caution or not, you can run a check against the PNC. You can apply to the police for this, and they will provide you with a copy of your PNC print out. If you have no record on the PNC the police will tell you that you are “no trace” on the PNC.
Is a caution a criminal charge?
A caution is not a criminal conviction, but it could be used as evidence of bad character if you go to court for another crime. Cautions can show on standard and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.