Three reasons why talking to the police could put your case at risk

On Behalf of The Law Office of Brad C. Richardson, LLC | Jun 15, 2023

When you’re under suspicion of criminal wrongdoing or have been arrested for allegedly committing a crime, you might be tempted to talk to the police in an attempt to explain away your involvement. But you should resist that urge. Talking the police will probably only get you deeper into trouble, which could threaten your freedom and your future.

Why talking to the police is risky

Talking to the police can be dangerous for your criminal case. Here’s why:

The police can lie: The police have a job to do, and they’re allowed to lie to you to get it done. Therefore, they might falsely indicate that they have physical evidence linking you to a crime or that witnesses have implicated you in a criminal offense all in an attempt to get you talking. Don’t take them at their word.
The police can’t bargain with you: The police might say they’ll go easy on you if you give them the information they want, but they don’t really have that power. Only the prosecuting attorney can cut you a deal, so you’re better off avoiding talking to the police if you’re hoping for something in exchange for the information you have.
The police can take your words out of context: Your explanations might do you a disservice by giving the police room to take your words out of context and use them against you to get what they want. In other instances, the police simply misunderstand what you’re saying, which can incriminate you further.

Protect your rights and your future when interacting with the police

There’s a lot at stake when you’re under investigation for drug charges in Conway, Marion, or Myrtle Beach. That’s why you need to know how to appropriately protect yourself and your rights. That starts with being careful with how you interact with the police, but that’s only the beginning. You also need to figure out the best way to build an aggressive criminal defense that leverages the facts to your advantage. Hopefully then you can achieve the best outcome possible under the circumstances.