Can you say I don't answer questions to a cop?

Can you say I decline to answer in court?

In a more formal setting such as a deposition, hearing or trial, the person might say: “On the advice of counsel, I invoke my fifth amendment privilege against self-incrimination and respectfully decline to answer your question.”

How do you politely avoid answering questions?

When can you say no to a cop?

The Fourth Amendment requires that “consent not be coerced, by explicit or implicit means, by implied threat or covert force. All persons have a right to refuse consent to a search of their vehicle. Exercising this Constitutional right is not an admission of guilt.

Can police make you come in for questioning?

Most states allow law enforcement officers to ask citizens questions without having an arrest warrant or probable cause. However, refusing to answer these questions could result in being detained by the authorities.

What to say when a cop asks you where you are going?

You have the right to remain silent. For example, you do not have to answer any questions about where you are going, where you are traveling from, what you are doing, or where you live. If you wish to exercise your right to remain silent, say so out loud.

How do you say I Cannot answer the question?

What can happen if you don't respond truthfully to a police officer?

In many jurisdictions, refusing to provide accurate information to a police officer can be considered obstructing justice or resisting arrest, depending on the circumstances. Obstruction of justice is a criminal offense that can result in fines, probation, or even imprisonment.

Do cops have to answer Are you a cop?

No federal or state law requires cops in California to identify themselves as police officers to the public, even if someone asks them directly. This is also true of police officers who work undercover.

Why do cops ask where you are going?

The real purpose is to seek what are called admissions to crimes and/statements against interest. If you are charged with a crime, these statements will almost certainly be used against you.

Can a cop give you a ticket without seeing what happened?

Many drivers are unaware that, by law, an officer must witness an infraction to issue a ticket for it directly. Nonetheless, it is not uncommon for officers to issue tickets after arriving at the scene of an accident.

Why do cops follow you but not pull?

Instead, the general rule is that police are allowed to follow you for a reasonable distance to observe your driving and determine if a traffic stop needs to be conducted. As you might imagine, a reasonable distance is interpretative and will vary based on the specifics of the situation.

Can a cop take your keys?

Under California law, during a routine traffic stop for speeding, a police officer generally does not have the legal right to demand your car keys without probable cause or a valid reason.

Can the police kick in my door if I have a warrant?

If they have a no-knock warrant they can enter your residence whether you are there or not. If they have to break the door down to get in, the warrant gives them the authority to do that.

Can you just walk away from cop if they try talking to you?

Unless a police officer has probable cause to make an arrest, reasonable suspicion to conduct a stop and frisk, or a warrant, a person generally has the legal right to walk away from the officer. However, at the time of the encounter, there's often no real way to know what information the officer is relying on.

What police don't want you to know?

If you decide to answer any police questions, everything that you unintentionally did not say can be used against you too. For example, if you answer their questions, but you don't tell them the full story, or you innocently leave out a fact, they will use that as evidence that you were not completely forthcoming.

Can a police officer tell you to get out of your car?

Can I refuse to get out of my car during a traffic stop? Legally, no. Officers have the right to order both drivers and passengers out of the car during a traffic stop. Refusing to comply can lead to additional charges or escalate the situation.

How do you say no to answer?

What to say when you don't want to answer a question in court?

If you don't want to answer a question, don't ask the judge whether you must answer it. If it is an improper question, the prosecutor trying the case will object and take it up with the judge. If there is no objection, answer the question.

Why do I avoid answering questions?

Question dodging

This may occur when the person questioned either does not know the answer and wants to avoid embarrassment, or when the person is being interrogated or questioned in debate, and wants to avoid giving a direct response.