What if I want to make a complaint?
There is a complaints procedure available at the police station if you wish to make a complaint against any person or part of the process involved in the detention of your child. Ask your solicitor for advice on how to complain. The police should have a leaflet explaining rights that you can take home with you.
Further resources
It may help to chat to other parents on our forums to find out how they are dealing with this issue within their family life. You can also talk to us online via our live chat service, email us at askus@familylives.org.uk or call us on our helpline on 0808 800 2222 to speak to trained family support worker.
Other organisations that may be useful
You can speak to your local Youth Offending Team or Children’s Services at your Local Authority. If you have a solicitor, they can give you advice. You can also speak to Prisoners Families Helpline on 0808 808 2003. Please read this advice article from Lawstuff on Police and the Law.