Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer
Learn Your Rights about Custodial Interrogation
Whether you have been arrested, charged for a crime, are subject of grand jury investigations, or are simply being questioned by the police, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney prior to saying anything to the police.
I am criminal law attorney Philip M. Smith and I have been practicing law for almost 30 years, 16 years as a district attorney. I am aware of the common methods law enforcement utilizes to obtain information from suspects and fight aggressively to protect clients' Miranda rights. Contact my Colorado criminal law office for a free initial consultation with a skilled criminal defense lawyer.
Miranda Rights and Custodial Interrogation
As an experienced criminal law attorney, I have the philosophy that there is no such thing as "off the record" with the police. Contrary to common belief, police are only required to issue Miranda rights warnings after arresting an individual and taking them into custody. Therefore, many officers obtain valuable information from individuals by talking with them prior to taking them into custody.
What is Considered Police Custody?
The question of timing is an issue for many disputes regarding custodial interrogations and Miranda warning violations. As an experienced criminal law attorney, I work to analyze when my client was truly under the control of the police officers so that I can prove they had not received proper Miranda Rights warnings. Information obtained in violation of your rights may not be held against you.
Quality Criminal Defense Representation
Whether you are a witness or under custodial interrogation, it is important to remember that regardless of the circumstances, you are never required to talk to the police without an attorney present. Unless lives are at stake, it is advisable not to speak with the police, with family, or with friends regarding an incident which you face charges or investigations. Talk with a criminal defense lawyer first.
Contact my Denver criminal defense law office today for a free initial consultation to discuss your rights and your case.
