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.
Let's say you start talking to the cops. You realize that was a bad decision (you will). You have the right to change your mind and stop talking at any time. Don't compound your mistake. STFU. Lawyer. /1
The whole thing is obscene.
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
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.
You got arrested. You can’t make bail. The only calls you can make are collect calls from the jail.
The calls are recorded and monitored. You have no choice!
STFU about the case on those calls! 🧵
Happy #STFUFriday! Remember kids: don't talk to cops.
Credit to @D_J_Nathanson
Edit: I'm so ashamed I didn't think to actually credit the guy I learned the hashtag from who's making these posts all the time.
Consider how hard it is for people who use sign language or speak a language other than English to even invoke their rights.
Carrying a card is a good idea, but then do you endanger yourself by reaching for the card? None of this is easy or obvious. Be safe.
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
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.
It's dangerous out there. Be polite. Be firm. Be clear. Don't just shake your head. Say the actual words out loud and nothing else.
No thread this week. RIP Catherine O'Hara. /1
@fluffykittycat go full #STFUfriday and loop the "Am I being detained?" "Am I free to go?" until the cops give up and let you have it your way.
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