can a lawyer talk to a child
Police can question a child without a parent present and are not required to obtain permission from a parent before questioning the child. However, if a parent is present when the police approach the child or police ask permission in advance, a parent can refuse to allow the child to be interviewed. A lawyer (hired by the parent) also can refuse an interview on a childâs behalf. Children themselves can refuse to be questioned and can also request that a lawyer or a parent be present during any questioning.