What you should not say to a lawyer?

Five things not to say to a lawyer (if you want them to take you…

• “The Judge is biased against me” Is it possible that the Judge is “biased” against you?
• “Everyone is out to get me”
• “It’s the principle that counts”
• “I don’t have the money to pay you”
• Waiting until after the fact.

What to say when you’re being interrogated?

As a general rule, if you have been detained, you must truthfully identify yourself, and beyond that, the only appropriate answer to a police question is: “I want my lawyer.” If you wish to exercise your right to remain silent, state this out loud to the officer and then—remain silent!

Why is it important to have a lawyer during interrogation?

Why Should You Always Have a Criminal Lawyer Present During Police Questioning? The main reason why you should have a lawyer present with you if you are being questioned by police in the state of California is right there in the Miranda rights: “Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.”

Should you ever ask for a lawyer during a police interrogation?

Asking for a lawyer USED TO stop the interrogation then and there. A very recent Supreme Court case, Montejo v. Louisiana, now allows police to keep asking. BUT DON’T ANSWER THEM. When the police tell you that anything you say can and will be used against you in court, they’re not joking. They mean ANYTHING.

What happens if you invoke your right to counsel during interrogation?

The law provides that once a person invokes his right to counsel, all police interrogation must immediately stop, and it may not resume again until the supect has been provided an opportunity to consult with an attorney. This is in contrast to simply telling the officers that you do not feel like answering questions.

What is the most important thing to remember during an interrogation?

The single most important thing to remember is: you have the right to remain silent. SO REMAIN SILENT! Don’t talk, and ask for a lawyer immediately. Asking for a lawyer USED TO stop the interrogation then and there.

What happens if you are detained during an interrogation?

If you are detained in an interrogation room, you are the target of the investigation. If, during the course of the interrogation, the police develop probable cause to arrest, you will not be going home. However, if you invoke your right to counsel, you may very well go home.