Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Flase Report To Law Enforcement

My friends car was stolen from a parking lot and since he did not have drivers license I told the police that I was the one that drove the car there in the first place. They watched the tape and arrested me for lying to them about me driving the car. I guess my question is whats the next step ? I have never been in trouble before and I have no idea how this work, and while I understand that its not smart to lie to the police does this not seem like an abuse of this law.


Asked on 5/21/07, 6:47 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Robert M. Perez Law Office of Robert M. Perez, State and Federal Criminal Defense

Re: Flase Report To Law Enforcement

Hire an attorney

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Answered on 5/22/07, 1:33 am
Robert Roemer Robert Roemer

Re: Flase Report To Law Enforcement

I would suggest that you retain an attorney now. In addition, I would advise you not to speak to anyone about the facts are anything else. If you'd like me to assist you e-mail me a phone number and a time that I can reach that number as soon as possible. This could hopefully minimize your criminal problems. I look forward to receiving phone number and speaking with you.

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Answered on 5/25/07, 6:37 pm
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: Flase Report To Law Enforcement

You will be charged with obstruction- a misdemeanor. Get a lawyer.

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Answered on 5/22/07, 8:42 pm


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