Is that Constitutional? Fifth Amendment – County 17

Hey everyone, Christina Williams here with Just Criminal Law. It's all we do.

Today, I'd like to share with you the first of a series of videos called Is That Constitutional?

This is fascinating stuff and one of my favorite topics.

We'll be covering the First Amendment right to free speech, and how big business really can control the narrative of what we hear in the news and what we see on social media.

We will also cover the Second Amendment and your right to self-defense.

Interestingly enough, some of my ads on social media related to this right have been censored.

So, if we're lucky and I word it correctly, maybe this video won't be taken down.

Also, there's a lot to talk about related to your Fourth Amendment right to privacy.

Sometimes the government illegally searches your car, your home, your cell phone, or even your own body.

That's right; they can obtain DNA or your blood, breath, or urine without your consent.

And, of course, we have the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. That is your right to remain silent.

A lot of people think if you exercise this right, you must be guilty. Nothing could be further from the truth.

All of these wonderful privileges were given to us in the Bill of Rights, and no one right is more important than the others.

There are three important reasons you should never talk to the police.

Reason number 1, nothing you say will be used to help prove your innocence. The police and the prosecutor get to cherry-pick which part of your statement they will use. So, if an officer asks you about anything other than giving him your license, registration, and proof of insurance,you can simply, politely say I do not wish to discuss my day with you.

Reason number 2 you should never talk to the police If the police want to talk to you about more than just the reason they came into contact with you or the reason they stopped you,that is your speeding violation or your turn signal violation, it's because they believe you've done something more to break the law.

In all my years as a defense attorney, I've never seen someone talk their way out of getting arrested if the police believe they have some evidence of guilt. And keep in mind, the evidence that the police have has not been tested, and we don't know if it's reliable.

Reason number 3, if you're being questioned by the police, keep in mind, they are going to ask you questions, sometimes for a very long time, before they place you under arrest.

And when they place you under arrest is when they finally read you your rights, that is your right to remain silent, your reminder that anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law, and remind you of your right to an attorney. It's kind of a gotcha moment, but it's too late, so keep in mind, it's important to use that Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.

Unfortunately, too many Americans view the Fifth Amendment Right as a shelter for wrongdoers. If you invoke it, you must be guilty of something. Again, nothing could be further from the truth.

Here at Just Criminal Law, we know you really only get one shot at justice, one opportunity to make sure your rights are protected.

If you're being questioned by the police, ask for an attorney and schedule a free initial consultation with us by clicking the link associated with this video.

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Is that Constitutional? Fifth Amendment - County 17