You can say, “I don’t consent, but I won’t resist.” Police may still conduct a lawful weapons frisk without permission. During an investigative stop, officers need reasonable suspicion that you are armed and dangerous. Refusing consent does not authorize physical...
Do not send money to an unexpected caller promising release, dismissal, or protection from arrest. Hang up and independently contact your attorney, jail, or court clerk. Verify the obligation and payment instructions before paying. An official-sounding caller or...
Duane “Keffe D” Davis was convicted in Tupac Shakur’s murder after prosecutors built a case heavily around Davis’s own statements. His interviews, recorded accounts, and 2019 memoir helped connect evidence that had remained incomplete for decades. A Las Vegas jury...
No. Silence by itself does not always invoke your Fifth Amendment or Miranda protections. During custodial questioning, clearly state that you are invoking your right to remain silent. Then ask for a lawyer and stop discussing the case. Once the handcuffs go on, most...
Usually, no. If police knock and ask you to “step outside for a second,” you generally do not have to leave your home. The Fourth Amendment gives the home special protection. Crossing the threshold can significantly change the rules governing a warrantless arrest....
Flock cameras are currently used by Indiana police, but warrantless searches of their location databases may face new Fourth Amendment challenges. The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2026 decision in Chatrie v. United States strengthens the argument that police access to...
