What Should You Do If the Police Want to Interrogate You?
If the police bring you in for questioning, this is not a time to go it alone. You want to exercise your right to an attorney and contact an attorney immediately before having any further discussion with the officers. It is critical that you remain firm and insist that your lawyer be present before you speak to the police.
Police officers are trained to use many tactics to get people to talk to them. Your attorney can spot these tactics and help you stay clear of them. He can also give you critical guidance on how to handle the officer’s questions given your specific situation. Some general tips to follow include:
- Remain calm.
- Do not lie or obstruct an investigation. This is a separate criminal offense that you could be charged with.
- Do not waive any of your rights.
- If you are placed in a holding cell, do not discuss your case with inmates.
- Do not discuss your case on a jail telephone as the conversation could be tape recorded.
What Does it Mean If the Police Stop Questioning Me?
Unfortunately, it does not mean that you are not a suspect if the police stop questioning you. They could be exploring other evidence and leads in their investigation or obtaining a warrant for your arrest.
Are you a suspect in a criminal investigation? If you have not exercised all of your rights, all is not lost. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys have helped many people who have not followed all of the advice in this article. Call our office today to schedule a free consultation to get your questions answered and help in dealing with the police investigation.
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