July 30, 2010
Criminal Procedure
With thanks to Randy England of Mississippi Criminal Defense Lawyer, below is an amusing and informative YouTube video spelling out the reasons that you should never, ever speak to the police when under investigation for a criminal offense. The first half of the lecture is done by a Professor Dwayne (sp?). The professor is funny [...]
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October 7, 2009
Criminal Procedure
Many people assume that if the police did not read the defendant his or her Miranda rights (“You have the right to remain silent,” etc.) during any phase of police investigation, the whole case will be thrown out. This is not true. In fact, any statements the defendant or any co-conspirators make would normally be [...]
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