Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog
Talking to Police After an Arrest in Chicago Can Do More Harm Than Good
If you’re arrested in Chicago, one of the first things the police may do is try to get you talking. Maybe they ask why you were at a certain location, if the drugs belong to you, or if you knew a weapon was in your car. It might feel like a casual conversation, but make no mistake—you are being interrogated, and everything you say can be used against you in court.
As a Chicago criminal defense attorney, one of the most common questions I get from clients is, “Should I have talked to the police?” Almost every time, the answer is no.
