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What's the punishment if I withhold information from police?
Asked on Mar 13th, 2013 on Litigation - Ohio
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I saw something happen that I wish I didn't see and I want to just keep my mouth shut. It wasn't totally horrible but it would implicate someone I know and I'd prefer not to do it. There's been some odd stuff going on in our neighborhood and I get the feeling police are going to come around door to door and ask some questions and I'm nervous about how to answer.
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You have the right to remain silent at all times but it gets a little sticky if you withhold information that could save another person's life.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2013 at 6:36 AM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900
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Benjamin J. Partee, Attorney at Law
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You have no obligation to speak with the police. However, if you talk with them and give false information, you could be charged with filing a false report or with obstruction. Your best plan of action would be to decline to talk unless you have an attorney present.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2013 at 6:30 AM