What should I do if I was accused of stealing and voluntarily went in for questioning but now they want to do a polygraph?
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What should I do if I was accused of stealing and voluntarily went in for questioning but now they want to do a polygraph?
Asked on May 15, 2014 under Criminal Law, Wisconsin
Answers:
Richard Southard / Law Office of Richard Southard
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
You should have asked this question BEFORE going in for questioning. Any lawyer would have advised you to exercise your 5th Amendment right not to answer their questions without an attorney present. The police are trying to circumvent your rights and trying to use you to help build their case. Hire an attorney ASAP and stop speaking to the detctives yourself. If you cannot afford an attorney, contact your local public defender's office and explain the situation.
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