- Initially, the police are only allowed to identify people.
- Generally, they are not allowed to search unless there is a concrete suspicion of a crime.
- If a search is announced, it must be verbally rejected by saying, 'No, I do not allow you to search me.'
- If a search is conducted without consent, you can say, 'You will not do this. Otherwise, you will be liable to prosecution under §344 StGB for persecuting innocent people.'
- You have the right to refuse any statement! Officers may attempt to informally question someone to determine if they have committed an offense.
- You are entitled to ask for the officer's badge and record their details.
- With this information, you can file a criminal complaint (Strafantrag) and press charges (Strafanzeige) -> both are usually needed.
- Recommendation: Direct both actions to the public prosecutor rather than the police station.