What NOT to say or do if stopped by Connecticut Police
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A Connecticut criminal attorney with Tindall Holmes & Kestenband, LLC can help protect your rights by offering tips of what not to do or say if detained or approached by police officers in Connecticut. These tips will hopefully help you not say or do something which could impair your criminal defense case.
The New York Civil Liberties Union, a non-profit organization that defends the civil rights of Americans, in cooperation with the American Civil Liberties Union, has produced a pocket card which lists what you should do if you are detained by the police (http://www.nyclu.org/files/publications/nyclu_pub_police_card_english.pdf). This card provides critical advice to remember if the police stop or detain you in Connecticut.
Highlights of this advice include:
- If you are stopped by the police while in a motor vehicle, do not get out of the vehicle unless told to do so by the police officer. If you are stopped while on a street or in a building, do not run away.
- Keep your hands where the officer can see them. Do not make any sudden moves.
- If you are hurt, ask for medical attention.
- Do not yell, threaten, or intimidate the police officer or anyone else.
- Do not criticize the police officer or complain about the charges.
- Do not admit guilt. Whatever you say to the police officer can be used as evidence against you in court. Do not admit culpability for anything.
- Do not wait to ask for a lawyer. Ask to speak to an attorney immediately.
- Do not trust your memory to recall the incident. Write down all details including your account of what happened, the officer’s name and badge number, and any witness contact information.
Connecticut Criminal Defense
Call the Connecticut criminal lawyers at Tindall Holmes & Kestenband, LLC if you are detained by the police or have any questions relating to a prior situation with the police. We will provide you with factual details, advice, and offer our comments regarding your criminal defense case and rights. Call us in Connecticut today at 866-674-3736, or complete our quick contact web form to schedule a free consultation.
