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If I Receive A Summons To Testify Before The Grand Jury?
Prosecutors typically summon witnesses to appear before a grand jury because the prosecutor believes that the witness has information about a crime committed by someone else and wants to present evidence to secure an indictment. However, sometimes a witness is called to the grand jury because the prosecutor regards that witness as a target (a person suspected of crime) or […]
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If Police Contact Me?
If a police officer comes to your home or workplace, you do not have to answer any questions. Tell the police that you want to speak to a lawyer first and that the lawyer will be in touch. If you are asked to meet with police for an interview, you have the right to refuse. You do […]
If Police Come To My House?
Why would the police come to your house? Know your rights and how to handle this kind of situation If the police come to your home, you do not have to let them in unless they have a search warrant or felony arrest warrant. If they do not have a warrant, you can verbally refuse to […]
If My Loved One Is Arrested?
If you get a call from your loved one that he or she has been arrested, find out where he or she is being held. Either he or one of the officers can tell you in which city or town he has been arrested and in what precinct or State Police barrack he is being held. The next thing you […]
If I Am Stopped By The Police?
When stopped by police you should stay calm. Don’t run, argue, resist, or obstruct the police, even if you are innocent or the police are violating your rights. It is a crime in Massachusetts to resist arrest even if the police have no lawful basis to arrest you. Keep your hands where police can see […]
If I Am Arrested?
Do not resist arrest, even if you believe the arrest is unfair. Do you know what to do if you are arrested? Tell the police that you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don’t give any explanations or excuses. Don’t say anything, sign anything, or make any decisions without consulting with […]