Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Wisconsin

questioning of a minor by police

is it legal for a minor(11 year old)to be questioned by an officer without a parent being notified first or with out any consent?


Asked on 12/22/06, 12:44 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan Safran Samster, Konkel & Safran, S.C.

Re: questioning of a minor by police

I believe it is legal for an officer to do so, however, I believe that the interview must be videotaped if any statment from that interview is to be used at a future date. I would suggest your contacting an attorney who does criminal defense law to confirm the legality of the questionning.

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Answered on 12/27/06, 6:13 pm


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