If you sign an incriminating statement while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, can it used against you?
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If you sign an incriminating statement while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, can it used against you?
Asked on November 3, 2013 under Criminal Law, Alabama
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
It all depends on if you were so incapacitated that you didn't have any idea what you were signing. Generally a good lawyer can get this thrown out or supressed as evidence. Keep in mind though that voluntary drunkenness or drug use doesn't excuse the underlying crime at all.
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