Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Tennessee
I was wondering during a search warrant if I am allowed to ask for a lawyer?
Asked on 11/28/11, 7:59 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Ryan Nevin
Nevin Law Firm
You are allowed to ask for an attorney, however, that does not preclude the police from searching your residence, nor are they required to tell you that you may seek counsel. The Constitutional right to an attorney only attaches when you are in custody.
Answered on 11/28/11, 7:33 pm
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