If I’m involved in a criminal investigation regarding my POA status and taking money from my father, do I seek a lawyer before I meet with the officer who informed me over the phone of the investigation?
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If I’m involved in a criminal investigation regarding my POA status and taking money from my father, do I seek a lawyer before I meet with the officer who informed me over the phone of the investigation?
Asked on September 12, 2015 under Criminal Law, Minnesota
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Whenever potential criminal charges are involved, legal counsel should be obtained. And anytime a suspect meets with the police, they absolutely should have a criminal law attorney with them. The fact is that to not do so is always to the advantage of the authorities. They are highly trained in getting someone to incriminate themselves. The good cop bad cop approach is extremely effective. So they will try to befriend you one minute and then intimidate you the next.
At this point, you should retain a criminal defense attorney ASAP.
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