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   David Nathanson (d_j_nathanson@esq.social)'s status on Saturday, 17-May-2025 04:54:14 JST David Nathanson

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   1. Cops are not impressed that you know your rights. It won’t change their behavior.
   2. It could make some cops angry.

   Clearly and unambiguously say, "I'm not talking. I want a lawyer." Repeat.

   As with every #STFUfriday post, I'm a lawyer in the USA. These comments are based on law in the USA. (And they apply to all people in the USA, whether or not they are citizens.) Some US states provide more protections than this. /end

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     David Nathanson (d_j_nathanson@esq.social)'s status on Saturday, 17-May-2025 04:54:15 JST David Nathanson

     It’s #STFUfriday!

     When cops ask you questions, ask for a lawyer and then STFU:

     - I am not discussing how I’m doing or where I’m going.

     - Am I free to leave?

     - I am not answering any questions.

     - If they ask to search anything: "I do not consent to a search."

     - I want to talk to a lawyer.

     Also saying "I know my rights" sounds badass but it's probably a bad idea.

     It gives the cops a hook to say that, if they get you to talk later on, you did so freely and that they didn't coerce you. /1

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