Boulder Criminal Lawyer Walker Fults takes a look at why police questions are designed in a way to elicit a confession to breaking the law, or your consent to a search.
The Intent Behind Police Questions
Police intentionally create a stressful atmosphere and suggest that if you confess to a crime, they will go easy on enforcing the law against you. In fact, they are looking for just the opposite: evidence they can use to help in your prosecution.
How Should I Respond to Police Questions?
Therefore, it is always in your best interest to respectfully decline an invitation to give a confession or allow police to search you. Attorney Walker Fults explains that even if you know police have proof you broke the law, a confession just makes their case stronger. Rather than confess, allow your attorney to work out the best outcome for your specific case in the due process of the court system. A confession at the right time in exchange for a fair deal is better than giving it away to police for free.
Don’t Antagonize
Finally, remember that police work attracts those who enjoy holding authority over other people. Showing respect to an officer will usually lead to de-escalation, whereas challenging their authority can easily get you arrested.
In this video, I help you understand police questioning and how best to respond to it. Has stressful police questioning led to a criminal charge against you? Contact Boulder area criminal defense lawyer Walker Fults today at (214) 838-0557 for a free consultation on your specific situation, and how he may be able to obtain the best possible result for your case.
