“I don’t answer questions. Am I being detained?”

  • EatYouWell@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    You need to look up the exact verbiage for your state, because with some you have to say it correctly or they can use it against you in court.

    The best thing to say is, “I will not be answering any questions without an attorney present.” This should shut down any questioning immediately.

      • JudCrandall@lemmy.worldOP
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        1 year ago

        They will often keep trying. “OK, so you’ve requested a lawyer and we won’t be able to talk to you after this, we can’t help you at all. Are you sure you want to go to jail for life instead of just explaining what happened?” and then it becomes “subject changed his mind.” It’s harder than it sound sometimes, but you have to stick to it and not say a damn word.