do we need an attorney before an interview with law enforcement about child abuse accusations
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do we need an attorney before an interview with law enforcement about child abuse accusations
our daughter, who is incorrigible, went to live
with our older son and is now accusing us of
abuse
Asked on July 3, 2017 under Criminal Law, South Carolina
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Under no circumstances should you speak with the police without an attorney being present. The fact is that you are under no obligation to do so. You could say something incriminating about yourself regarding the investigation. In fact, even if the police come to your home to question you, you do not need to speak with them. The fact is that questioning you without your having a lawyer is to their benefit. They can try and get you to implicate yourself. At this point you should consult with a criminal law attorney ASAP.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Under no circumstances should you speak with the police without an attorney being present. The fact is that you are under no obligation to do so. You could say something incriminating about yourself regarding the investigation. In fact, even if the police come to your home to question you, you do not need to speak with them. The fact is that questioning you without your having a lawyer is to their benefit. They can try and get you to implicate yourself. At this point you should consult with a criminal law attorney ASAP.
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