When you are arrested, the adrenaline and intimidation can be extremely stressful, and the situation can also be confusing. The police may encourage you to answer questions, whether through aggression or friendliness, and knowing what your rights are is essential to ensure that your freedom is protected.
It is recommended you remain silent and request to speak with a Frisco criminal defense attorney immediately. The Law Office of Brent D. Bowen helps clients in Frisco, has the requisite experience, and is ready to advocate for your case now.
Knowing Your Miranda Rights Is Essential to Protect Your Freedom
The Miranda rule was established by a Supreme Court case from the mid-twentieth century titled Miranda v. Arizona. Through the case, it was established that when you are placed into custodial custody, which means when you are no longer able to leave freely and/or have been restrained by the police, you have certain rights.
These rights, as you might have heard on your favorite crime drama, are the right to remain silent, the right to an attorney, and that one may be appointed for you if you cannot afford one. Additionally, you are notified that anything you say can be used against you in court.
At the time of your arrest, the police must notify you of your Miranda rights if they plan to question you, at which point you are “Mirandized.” Any material statements made in custody as a result of a question by police without a Miranda warning should not be admissible in court, and an experienced attorney knows how to file a motion for such statements to be excluded from evidence. The key for your statements not to be able to be used against you is if they are the result of police questioning or interrogation!
What You Should Do
If you are arrested, you should cooperate with the police and not engage in anything that could be considered resisting. You will need to give them basic information during the booking process. However, everything changes when the officers try to question you regarding the suspected crime in question.
When this happens, they should inform you of your Miranda rights first. You should clearly state that you are invoking your rights, so officers cannot challenge your decision to remain silent. Then, before you talk to the police any further, you should contact a Frisco criminal defense lawyer who can represent you and protect your rights.
Contact a Frisco Criminal Defense Attorney Today
If you’ve been arrested in Texas and need an attorney to advise you of the essential steps you need to take to achieve the best outcome for your case, contact a Frisco criminal defense attorney today. You are not without your rights after you have been arrested, and an experienced attorney can identify instances in which your rights during the arrest might not have been protected. As you know, this can influence the admissibility of evidence and could positively impact your case.
Every case is different, and you want an experienced defense lawyer on your side. Schedule a consultation now for help with your Frisco criminal case from the Law Office of Brent D. Bowen, PLLC.