Once arrested, the person has the right to contact both a lawyer and a family member. If they are not an Australian citizen, they may also contact the embassy or high commission of their country of citizenship. If you’re unsure if your loved one has requested legal advice, you may contact a lawyer on their behalf. The lawyer can make enquiries with the police and may even meet at the police station where your loved one is being held. Police may also obtain the arrested person’s DNA, photograph and fingerprints. This information will be retained on the police database.