Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

My friend and I were involved in a couple of prank phone calls to an old employer. A police officer said the only way I would not be arrested, is if I meet with the Employers and acknowledge my wrong doing and apologize. I do not feel comfortable doing this without knowing my rights. I should not have to admit to anything without proper legal advice first. I feel as though this is a family cop friend that is just trying to humiliate us and there really is no legal issues involved. Should I meet with this cop and Employer?


Asked on 12/09/09, 1:45 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Brian Leifert Leifert & Leifert

Absolutely NOT!! Read the following page from our South Florida Criminal Defense website, http://www.leifertlaw.com. If you are the subject of a criminal investigation, it is up to the government and law enforcement to build their case WITHOUT your help or incrimination.

http://www.leifertlaw.com/lawyer-attorney-1169499.html

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Answered on 12/14/09, 3:42 pm
Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

So the cop says, "Just confess and it will be okay"? Time to talk to a lawyer.

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Answered on 12/14/09, 4:17 pm
Sarah Grosse Sarah Grosse, Esquire

Never, ever meet with police or opposing parties without your attorney present. EVER. I'm not a criminal defense attorney, but that is the most basic thing I know. Just don't do it -- they are not your friends, and they are not trying to help you.

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Answered on 12/14/09, 4:26 pm


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