Police Seizure Without Receipt

Summary

If police seize items without providing a receipt, you can request a receipt or explanation. Seek legal advice if items are not returned promptly. Consider filing a complaint with the Police Ombudsman if necessary. Gather all relevant information and contact the Ombudsman online or via phone to file a complaint.

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What is the rights for a person who has had stuff taken from their house by police but never issued a field reciept for any of it.
In South Australia, if police seize items without providing a receipt, you have rights:
- Request a receipt from the police for the seized items.
- Seek legal advice if items are not returned in a reasonable time.
- Consider filing a complaint with the Police Ombudsman if necessary.
Has the police provided any information on why the items were taken?
They took a phone even though they said they shouldnt have to take it if she just showed the messages which she did and they took it anyway she has stage * cancer and has drs phone appointments today.
I'm really sorry to hear about this situation. In South Australia, if the police took a phone without issuing a receipt, you should:
- Request a receipt or explanation from the police.
- Ensure the item is returned promptly, especially given the medical circumstances.
- File a complaint with the Police Ombudsman if needed.
Would you like assistance with the complaint process?
They took another phone which was released to her the owner os in jail they gave it to her and then took it back they dont need that phone and a distillation kit unused .
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It's crucial to address the situation where the police took items without providing a receipt, especially given the medical circumstances involved. You should definitely request a receipt or explanation from the police to understand their actions better. Additionally, consider filing a complaint with the Police Ombudsman if the issue persists. Would you like to know more about how to file a complaint?
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To file a complaint with the Police Ombudsman in South Australia, you can follow these steps:
- Gather all relevant information: dates, times, names, and details of the incident.
- Contact the Police Ombudsman: You can file a complaint online or via phone.
- Provide a detailed account of the issue and any attempts to resolve it with the police.
Would you like more detailed guidance on this process?
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This situation seems to be a high-value case due to the police actions and medical circumstances involved. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, could you please provide your phone number?