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Law Professor Explains Why You Should Not Talk to Police!

 


Roland's Warning


    What is most disturbing to me about the Swisher farce isn’t the crimes he committed but the deception by the Justice Department and Court. Instead of applying our Constitutional laws as passed by the legislature and holding everyone to the same standard, power brokers hide behind immunity then pick and choose how they’ll apply those laws. Crimes committed in the name of “law enforcement” go unchallenged. Judges–not all–create their own laws by how they rule. Then they use their own or another court’s ruling as a precedent.

    Careful observation by an unbiased spectator can reveal their tactics. An innocent victim of a sinister individual is accused. Without money it is very difficult for one to defend himself. The Accused without money is at the mercy of the System.

    Always remember: The government is not there to help you–but to convict you. You know you’re innocent, the prosecutor may know you are innocent, but his goal is to convict. Only the naïve believe that most prosecutors seek truth–in reality, they want a conviction.

    Some government officials will stop at nothing to achieve their goal. So never make the mistake of even thinking: “I have nothing to hide; so I’ll tell the police (or whomever) what he/she wants to know.” Instead, keep your mouth shut! So if you are approached by law enforcement of any kind and are asked: “Can I ask you a few questions?” You may be well advised to hand them this statement:

TO WHOM THIS MAY APPLY:

    I do not feel I can answer any oral questions at all unless I first clear all your questions with a lawyer. Please submit all you questions in writing. Mail them to me, and I will get back to you. Also produce the agreement/contract between me and your agency or government showing bona fide signatures. Please give me your calling-card, let me photocopy your official identification credentials; supply the below information, and sign this letter below. I will give you a copy as a receipt as evidence that I gave you no information whatsoever in this or any other interview.

Signature of government agent______________
Date/time____________
Name (& official position)______________
Office address_______________________
ID no._____________________________
Tel/Fax ____________________________
Email _______________________________
Performance Bond # ____________________
Bonding Co. name & address __________

    Any statement you make, even the most trivial, can be combined with other data or statements from others and can––no, will––be used against you. If the agent won’t sign, you can fill in the blanks. In all probability, he/she won’t sign or respond. Verify this concept with your attorney; because I’m not giving you any legal advice.

    Just remember that prosecutors may legally violate civil rights in initiating prosecution and presenting their case––U.S. Supreme Court in Imbler v. Pachtman, 424 U.S. 408 (1976). And also be aware that immunity extends to all activities closely associated with litigation or potential litigation––Second Circuit Federal Court of Appeals in Davis v. Grusemeyer, 996 F.2nd 617 (1993). Thus, judges, prosecutors and various government agents are all above the law. They have it in their power to virtually destroy whom-so-ever they choose and do so with impunity. If you have the resources, you can attempt to impeach the abuser. Otherwise, you can appeal to a higher court—good luck, my friend.

Just a few thoughts to ponder:

[This sage advice comes from www.governmentdirt.com 10 things to remember ...]

1. Don't Talk.

Do not say a word to the officer. Just shut up! I cannot stress to you the importance of this rule. Do not talk! Do not attempt to convince the officer of your innocence. Everyone is innocent, no one should be arrested and no one should be in jail and that is all the officer hears all day every day. He / she does not care generally whether you are innocent or guilty and there is nothing that he / she can do at this point. Most times, when people speak to officers they say something that makes their situation far worse. Keep your mouth shut, there will be plenty of time to talk later.

4. Don't Believe the Police.

"It is perfectly legal for the police to lie to get you to make an admission. The police frequently separate two friends and tell one the other one ratted him / her out. Because of the lie, the other friend now rats the first friend out. Police and detectives also state that "it will be easier" to talk now...LIES!!! DON'T BELIEVE THIS BS! It will only be easier for the police to prove their case!

5. No Searching.

"Do not allow the police to search anywhere! If the police officer asks, they do not have the right to search and must have your consent. If you are asked make sure you proclaim to any witnesses that "You (the police) do not have consent to search." If they perform the search anyway, that evidence may be thrown out later. Also, if you consent to a search, the officers may find something that you had no idea you had placed somewhere, ie: marijuana left by a friend. Remember, that denying the police consent to search DOES NOT give them the probable cause they would need to conduct a search.

8. If Police Come to Your Home, Do not Let Them In and Do Not Step Outside Your Home.

If the police are confident you have committed a felony, they are coming in anyway, because they generally don't need an arrest warrant. Make it clear to the police by stating: "No you may not come in", or "I am comfortable talking right here", or "You need a search warrant to enter my home." If they return, your attorney can arrange for you to turn yourself in should that be necessary and you will spend no time in jail between the hearings.

9. Outside Your Home Arrested, Do Not Accept Offer to Go In Your Home for Anything.

The officer may say to you, how about you go inside and change, freshen up, talk to your wife, husband, get a jacket, or any other reason. The police will graciously escort you in and then tear your home apart searching through it. Also, do not let them secure your car. Your car is fine. Remember they are lying to you. They don't give a damn if you are really cold or if you need to talk to your wife or husband.

10. Don't say a word

It's incredible how many people feel that they can convince the officer, the booking officer or a detective (if your case reaches that stature) that they are not guilty. YOUR CASE IS NOT DECIDED BY THESE PEOPLE. They have no affect on your records. Wait to speak to your lawyer! The courts give enormous weight to "confessions" during this stage. A suspect is almost NEVER released after being arrested.

Follow these ten simply rules religiously and many of your rights will remain intact. I don't care how nervous, scared or drunk you are, THESE RULES ARE VERY IMPORTANT, and will help you tremendously in the short and long run. And remember - we are not your lawyer!

Keep this in your wallet - OR - Memorize it.