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Plain English definition
of
Appropriate adult
from
Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster
Source
Someone over the age of 18 who stays with you if you have a mental health problem or disability, or are perceived as 'vulnerable', and are held by the police for any reason. This person, who should not work for the police, is there to support you and help you understand what is happening.
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