Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

Arrest Warrant for Larceny

I am 23 years old and I have been informed by an officer that there was a warrant applied for my arrest for Larceny. The accusation is a charge accumulative of $1,000 in 4 separate $250 charges on a credit card. I have spoken briefly with an attorney who has advised me to call the court district to find out if there is a warrant for my arrest, and if there is a warrant for my arrest to turn myself in as early as possible. He says that I should invoke my right to remain silent when being questioned on the matter. He thinks that I will most likely be arraigned the same day at which point they will set a future court date where he will defend me. I asked him if he would come with me, and he told me that if he needed to then he would, but he felt it was not necessary as I will remain silent if he comes or not. I have no criminal record at this time and I have a great new job I just started a week ago.

My questions are:

1) Is my attorney's advise to turn myself in alone a bad idea? (I feel uncomfortable because of the fact that police scare me, and I feel I will be interrogated)

2) Am I required by law to file a statement if the police ask me?

3) I have informed my employer


Asked on 3/23/08, 12:44 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Risa Freeman Law Office of Risa Freeman

Re: Arrest Warrant for Larceny

Whenever dealing with criminal matters, at any stage of the proceedings, it is wise and prudent to have legal representation, expecially since often times, unexpected things may happen at the arraignment. It would also be wise for you to have an attorney at your arraignment since you are afraid of the police. As far as filing a statement, you are not required to do so and should not.

Feel free to call me anytime to discuss the matter further.

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Answered on 3/23/08, 3:26 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

: Arrest Warrant for Larceny

Any time there is an outstanding warrant, you would be a full not to have an attorney with you. There are risks that you should simply not take.

It is normal for the police to scare you.

You should talk to no one, and certainly not post a detailed description on the internet. You should not speak to the police, and not do any statement.

The next person you should and must speak to is an attorney to analyze the case, and discuss your options.

If you seek further information or representation, you can call my office.

If you want to provide me with more essential information about the situation, or contact me, then I can provide me with the necessary details, so that I can evaluate what is going on, and give you my thoughts.

If you would like to consult with me, call me at my office.

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Answered on 3/23/08, 3:52 pm
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Arrest Warrant for Larceny

If you have already retained an attorney all your questions should be directed to that attorney and only if you cannot get full answers should you consult another attorney privately. Good Luck!

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Answered on 3/24/08, 1:47 pm
Jessica Foley Law Office of Jessica A. Foley

Re: Arrest Warrant for Larceny

Hi,

I'm not sure why your lawyer wouldn't go to court with you however, I do not know the whole story. Going in and removing the warrant is a good idea, but if you have a record for not appearing they may ask for bail. You do not have to speak to teh police EVER! You do not have to give a statement. You have the right to remain silent (this is why they say it in all the cop shows).

Good luck.

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Answered on 3/23/08, 2:20 pm


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