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Why You Should Invoke Your Fifth Amendment Rights

Even though a police officer is required to read you your Miranda Rights, that does not mean that you have to speak to the officer arresting you. It is the officer’s job to read you your rights. You then have the right to remain silent. It is the very first…

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Fifth Amendment in Chicago: Double Jeopardy and Lesser Offenses

In a case of double jeopardy, a Chicago cop pleaded the Fifth at trial involving friend’s shooting at his home.   A police officer recently refused to answer questions regarding a baffling shooting that took place near his house almost seven years ago. The officer, following advice from his counsel,…

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