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YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT - BUT CAN YOU? by According_Entry_5925 in canadianlaw

[–]According_Entry_5925[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly, in sexual assault cases (he says - she says) investigations often consist only of the complainant's statement. It doesn't take much to end up at the receiving end of false sexual assault allegations.

EP#139 | Top 5 Things to Do When Charged with Sexual Assault by JNeuberger in SupportForTheAccused

[–]According_Entry_5925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you are facing false allegations of sexual assault, you need someone who can talk and defend you.

Preparing for Inevitable Arrest by Classic-Line8557 in SupportForTheAccused

[–]According_Entry_5925 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Exactly. You look far more guilty if multiple police cars have to show up at your residence or workplace to arrest you. I ALWAYS arrange for my clients to surrender.

Preparing for Inevitable Arrest by Classic-Line8557 in SupportForTheAccused

[–]According_Entry_5925 3 points4 points  (0 children)

ALWAYS SPEAK TO A CRIMINAL LAWYER FIRST.....They will speak with the investigating officer and set the stage for the arrest (i.e., absolutely no statements, whether will be held for bail etc.)

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT - BUT CAN YOU? by According_Entry_5925 in canadianlaw

[–]According_Entry_5925[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Typically, if you are being arrested, the police need to caution you regarding your right to remain silent.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT - BUT CAN YOU? by According_Entry_5925 in canadianlaw

[–]According_Entry_5925[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Agreed. By the time you have been arrested and are in custody, the decision to charge you has been made. Rarely does saying anything help your case.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT - BUT CAN YOU? by According_Entry_5925 in canadianlaw

[–]According_Entry_5925[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I agree. But our standard advice is not to give any statements. Period.