• The police may enter your home forcefully and shout in order to disorientate those inside. You should remain calm and reassure your family.
  • If you have women in your household who wear the headscarf then they should do so immediately.
  • Comply with police instructions and avoid confrontation.
  • Seek immediate legal assistance.
  • Record any unacceptable behaviour by the police.
  • Raids can occur at any “reasonable” time. Raids at dawn, for example, are considered “reasonable.”

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