Speaking to Police FAQs

WHAT IF I WAS NOT READ MY (MIRANDA) RIGHTS?

This is a frequent claim made by clients. Real life is not TV. Police do NOT need to read you your rights. If they fail to do so, the police risk the ability to use any statements you may have made against you at trial. Whether the prosecutor can use your statement is always a matter of law for the judge to decide. If you were not read your rights, and were under arrest at the time of your statement, the prosecutor probably will not be able to use your statements. Consult your attorney.

SHOULD I SPEAK TO THE POLICE?

No. You should only speak to the police if you have retained counsel, and the attorney takes the requisite precautions. This is one reason hiring experienced counsel is crucial.

For an initial consultation with an Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer at the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, call (480) 559-8218, or contact me online.

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