HERE IS SOME QUICK ADVICE IF THE POLICE CALL YOU OVER THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND
Posted on Dec 23, 2022 12:17pm PST
If the police call you on the phone and ask whether you were involved in
a crime, it is important to remain calm and take the following steps:
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Determine the purpose of the call: It is important to understand why the
police are contacting you. Are they looking for information about a crime
that has already occurred, or do they suspect you of involvement in a
crime? Knowing the purpose of the call will help you understand your rights
and how to respond.
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Keep the conversation brief, if at all: If the police are calling you to
ask questions, it is important to keep your answers brief and to the point.
Do not volunteer any information that is not specifically requested. If
you do not feel comfortable answering a question, it is okay to say so.
Just call me!
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Do not confess or admit to a crime: If the police are calling to ask about
your involvement in a crime, it is important to remember that you have
the right to remain silent. You should not confess to a crime or provide
any information that could incriminate you. This right is protected by
the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution, which states that
"No person…shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a
witness against himself." This means that you cannot be forced to
incriminate yourself, either through verbal statements or through physical
evidence such as fingerprints or DNA samples. Again, just call me!
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Seek legal counsel: If you are being questioned by the police, it is a
good idea to seek the advice of a lawyer. A lawyer can help you understand
your rights and advise you on how to best protect your interests. It is
important to remember that you have the right to an attorney, and you
can invoke this right at any time during police questioning. If you cannot
afford an attorney, the government is required to provide you with one
free of charge.
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Cooperate with the police: Ehh, I would recommend you call me first. Sure,
you have to be polite. But, saying “I love you brother, but AJ Richman
represents me” is good enough!
It is also important to be aware of your rights during a police encounter.
If the police stop you on the street or pull you over in your car, you
have the right to remain silent and to refuse to answer any questions.
You do not have to consent to a search of your person or your property
unless the police have a warrant or probable cause.
If you are arrested, you have the right to remain silent and to speak with
an attorney. You also have the right to be informed of the charges against
you and to have a court-appointed attorney if you cannot afford one. It
is important to remember that anything you say or do during an arrest
can be used against you in court, so it is crucial to exercise your right
to remain silent and to seek legal counsel.
In summary, if the police call you on the phone and ask about your involvement
in a crime, it is important to remain calm, keep the conversation brief,
do not confess to a crime, seek legal counsel, and be polite. By following
these steps, you can protect your rights and ensure that you are treated
fairly by the criminal justice system. If you are arrested or detained
by the police, it is important to remember your rights and to seek legal
counsel as soon as possible. An experienced criminal defense attorney
can help you navigate the legal system and protect your rights every step
of the way.