Should You Talk to Police?

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Did you ever notice???

The only people who say you should talk to police:
  • SOME Current / former police
  • People who do not know whereof they speak. 

The people who say do not talk to police:
  • MANY current / former police
  • MOST (if not all) criminal defense attorneys. 
  • People who have seen the harm of talking to police. 

Also, those who advocate speaking to police almost always cite one or more of the reasons:
  • It "pisses off" the officer. 
  • You "might" get out of the ticket. 
  • You don't want to seem "disrespectful." 

Asserting rights is something that must always be done, regardless of someone's FEELINGS (i.e. "disrespect" / "pissed off") on the matter. It is always more important to retain all your rights rather than give them up. 

In this author's mind, please note that Criminal Defense Attorneys almost universally suggest not speaking with police. These people, more than any other, have witnessed firsthand what happens when you voluntarily give up your 5th Amendment right... and it would seem it is never good. So, this author will go with the experts. 

What say you? 

Comments

  1. Glypto DropemNovember 12, 2025 at 8:17 AM

    I have had an Ultimate Plan from CCWSafe since 2020. Until my plan appointed attorney arrives for me to consult with, law enforcement gets my limited cooperation. I will hand over my drivers license, pistol permit, and firearm and otherwise remain silent. If I am the one to call 911, they will be told my name, phone number, location, and told "I have been the victim of a violent attack. Send police and EMS to my location." Nothing more. I will simply repeat the same thing one time and then hang up if they persist.

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  2. AnonymousNovember 12, 2025 at 2:38 PM

    If guilty, you will not talk your way out of a ticket or arrest but you most definitely will talk your way into a ticket or arrest if innocent.

    The take away? Tell them you will answer their questions ONLY in the presence of your legal advisor and the STFU.

    Phil B

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    1. Recce RiflemanNovember 12, 2025 at 6:24 PM

      Even if innocent, you can say something that incriminates you. Even more reason to not speak with them at all.

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