Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

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is a person required by law to speak with an officer who has questions about a crime and make you fill out a statement?


Asked on 1/10/07, 3:08 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Re: statement

Absolutely not. A person has a FIFTH amendment right not to discuss a crime and a SIXTH amendment righ to speak with counsel before, during and after any conversation.

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Answered on 1/10/07, 3:25 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

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I agree.

An officer may play on your emotions, or make promises, or sometimes even lie to get you to speak. A police officer is trained in interrogation strategies.

If you have a specific problem that arose regarding this issue, contact me.

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Answered on 1/10/07, 5:59 pm


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