QUESTION
Do I have the right to do decline some detectives’ questioning invitation?
Asked on Aug 27th, 2012 on Criminal Law - Michigan
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Thomas Edward Gates
Yes.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 5:41 AM
Yes.
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James Edward Smith
Yes.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 5:40 AM
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R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
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Yes.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 5:40 AM
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Ryan Maesen PLC
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Yes.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 5:40 AM
You have a constitutional right to remain silent.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:19 PM
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Gregory Casale, Attorney at Law
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Absolutely. You will do yourself NO good by speaking with a detective who is investigating you. They have but one purpose, to gather evidence against you. Anything you say WILL be used against you. You will NOT talk yourself out of a charge. Hire a good lawyer and take their advice. My advice is to not speak to any law enforcement officer without me present. And even with your lawyer, there are VERY FEW instances where I would ever allow my client to talk to any detective. They are not on your side and not there to help you.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:18 PM
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Absolutely. Nobody has to cooperate with the police if they choose not to.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:15 PM
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Yes, you have the right to remain silent. Tell the detectives you are going to exercise that right.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:13 PM
YES. DO NOT allow youself to be questioned WITHOUT an attorney present!!!! REREAD THIS. Tell cops NO THANKS or just IGNORE them.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:13 PM
Samuel H. Harrison
Yes. Do you ever watch cop shows on TV? Remember when they arrest someone they start by saying, "You have the right to remain silent?" Your right to refuse to incriminate yourself doesn't start after arrest. Just tell them, "No, thanks," and keep your mouth shut.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:13 PM
Dennis P. Mikko
A person is never required to talk to the police. Remember, you have the right to remain silent and nobody can force you to give up that right.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 4:12 PM
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The Law Offices of Mark L. Smith
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Absolutely, never talk with the police.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 12:14 PM
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Nelson & Lawless
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When questioned, arrested or charged with any crime, the proper advice: exercise the 5th Amendment right to SHUT UP and do NOT talk to police or anyone about the case except with and through an attorney.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 12:02 PM
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Yes Cops are like any one else - if you do not want to talk w them you do not have to If arrested or contacted just say I want a lawyer You are not allowed to lie to police Even innocent people should say nothing Cops can lie to you.
Answered on Sep 05th, 2012 at 11:59 AM
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Yes and you should make sure you consult with an attorney before you speak with an investigator.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 2:31 PM
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Pietryga Law Office
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Yes, in fact, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible. I am sure they will instruct you not to talk with anybody regarding your case unless your attorney is present.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 2:27 PM
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Law Office of William L. Spern
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Yes. Do not do without a lawyer!
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 2:15 PM
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Klisz Law Office, PLLC
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You certainly do. And you should never speak to the police without already consulting with an attorney first. Vitally important.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 1:54 PM
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Michael S. Edwards Attorney at Law, PLLC
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yes, you absolutely have that right. And most good defense attorneys would advise you to not talk to the detective.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 1:35 PM
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Freeborn Law Offices P.S.
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Yes. If you are being investigated ort charged with a crime, retain the services of an attorney before you give any statements.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 1:10 PM
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Michael T. Lynch
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Not only do you have the right to decline, but to accept might not be wise. If you should decide to accept such an "invitation" only do so with your attorney present.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 1:09 PM
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Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
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If you are a possible suspect "you have the right to remain silent" use your right. Ask for an attorney and you cannot be questioned. If you are a witness you do not have the right to remain silent.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 1:07 PM
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Friend, YES, you can decline to answer any and or all their questions. You have the right to remain silent.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 12:42 PM
Absolutely. Ever heard of Miranda? Ever heard if the right to remain silent? Then do it!
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 12:28 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Yes and go get an attorney right NOW.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2012 at 12:05 PM