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nobody9999 2 hours ago

>That's the bit that sounds odd. Surely they can't just claim you're not a suspect yet and therefore deny you a lawyer?

IIUC, In a non-custodial situation, they are not required to provide the Miranda Warning[0]. However, the rights mentioned in that warning exist and are in force regardless of your status (custodial/non-custodial). One may invoke them at any time. I recommend doing so loudly if you're within two or three meters of law enforcement.

[0] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda_warning