QUESTION
Is it against the law to send an anonymous email to a detective?
Asked on Apr 02nd, 2014 on Litigation - California
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My loved one is in jail being wrongly accused of a crime he didn’t commit. I would like to send a anonymous email to the detective on the case and tell her the information that I know about the case that will help prove my loved ones innocence. Is it against the law to send an anonymous email to the detective on the case and can I get into trouble if I do?
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You have the right to remain silent. Only idiots talk to investigators/cops, e-mail or otherwise. Remember, no matter what you say it will be twisted around and used against you later.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2014 at 7:11 PM
I cannot imagine you would be in trouble if your intent is truly to help provide evidence and help with the investigation. Now if you said my loved one did not do it, I did, it would be a different story. There are anonymous tip lines for reporting criminal activity in every state including Pa. sometimes even giving a reward. Good luck.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2014 at 4:29 PM
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IF the detective wants to find out who sent the email, he can.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2014 at 4:28 PM
Michael A. Colavecchio
No, it's not against the law to send a detective information anonymously. But it would be better for your loved one if their attorney imparted this sensitive info to the police.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2014 at 4:08 PM
An anonymous email won't get you in trouble, but it likely won't get you anywhere either. Hire an attorney to defend your loved one. They will be able to communicate the right facts to the detective or DA as appropriate. Cops and prosecutors don't want to hear about innocence. An estimated 10,000 innocent people are convicted every year in this country.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2014 at 4:08 PM