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Right to Medical Attention Flyer

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C276.S33

 Physical Examination of and Report on
           Persons Arrested

- When a person is arrested for a crime and is taken
  to or confined in a jail, police station, or lockup

- The officer in charge shall immediately examine
  the detainee

-  If the officer in charge finds any bruises, cuts or
  other injuries

- He/she shall immediately make a written report to
  the Chief of Police, the police commissioner, or
  selectmen.

- Any detainee in need of medical attention should
  notify an officer immediately.

- Detainees shall not be denied medical attention.