Spanish - English 3.2 Detained Citizens

How are you doing physically?

What are the possible charges?

What are you accused of?

Have you been informed of the reason for your detention?

Did he have any form of ID when he was detained?

Could you clarify for me what the charges are against the detainee?

Could you tell me his name and the reason why he is being held?

Did he have an American passport with him when he was detained?

We have received a report of an American citizen who is being held.

We consular officers cannot offer legal representation. We cannot intervene in any legal case.

I would like to inquire about the detainee's situation.

If you want me to contact your brother, then you have to sign a document called Privacy Act Waiver.

A consular officer will visit you once a month during the judicial process.

You are subject to the laws of this country. Here it'll be a judge, not a jury, that will decide your case.

You will need a defense attorney. The court can appoint you one, or if you wish, you can hire one yourself.