If a suspect decides to start talking to police officers and then changes his or her mind, what must that suspect do or say in order to halt the interrogation?
A suspect must clearly declare that he or she no longer wishes to speak without an attorney present. Some courts have found that statements such as “maybe I should get a lawyer” are not usually enough to stop an interrogation. Nevertheless, most courts require that police officers must at least stop and clarify a suspect’s intentions when the suspect responds in this fashion. It is always best to seek the advice of a qualified lawyer before being questioned by the police, regardless of your knowledge or involvement.
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