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The police came to the company

Stay calm and do not obstruct. Your job now is to observe and record carefully — not to improvise.

What not to do

  • Do not obstruct and do not destroy or hide anything — it would make things worse.
  • Do not testify for the company or yourself without a lawyer; do not start explaining.
  • Do not sign anything you do not understand or disagree with.
  • Do not instruct staff on "what to say" — wait for the lawyer.

Record right away

  • Who came (unit, names, numbers) and at what time.
  • On what warrant they are acting — ask for a copy.
  • What exactly they seized or took away (list, rooms, devices).
  • Names of employees and witnesses present.

Your rights

  • You have the right to know the reason and to see the relevant warrant.
  • You have the right to a lawyer present and to notes in the record.
  • You have the right to a confirmation of what was seized.
  • The company can designate one person to observe and communicate.

When and how to involve a lawyer

Call a lawyer at the very start of the action, ideally one focused on criminal law and corporate defence. Explain nothing until they arrive.

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This is not legal advice. Colonela helps you get your bearings and reach a lawyer in time — it does not replace one.

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