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WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE BEEN ACCUSED OF A CRIME

Admin • October 29, 2016
Business Man With Handcuff — Eau Claire, WI — Cohen Law Offices
Cohen Law Offices, LLC helps clients who have been accused of committing a crime take appropriate steps before having a lawyer present.

Being accused of a crime can feel like a worst nightmare. Even if you are innocent, there are several things that can cause false conclusions, such as:
  • Being incorrectly identified by the victim
  • Mistakes made by law enforcement officers
  • Misinterpreted evidence
When you know how to behave after being accused, it’s less likely you’ll do something that could exacerbate the situation

DON’T MAKE COMMENTS WITHOUT A LAWYER

During investigations related to the alleged crime, law enforcement officers may contact you to request interviews. It’s not a good idea to participate in those interrogations unless an attorney accompanies you.

NEVER DESTROY EVIDENCE

Resist the urge to get rid of evidence, even if it incriminates you. Instead, carefully gather any documents, photos or other supplementary materials that relate to the case. These items could be useful for your legal team.

CREATE A LIST OF POTENTIAL WITNESSES 

It’s possible there were people at the crime scene that could give testimonies that support your version of events. As soon as possible after the incident, write down the names of anyone you know that saw what happened, and get the contact information of those individuals.

Whether or not you have been charged with a crime, an accusation of wrongdoing is extremely stressful. To get further help with this situation, contact Cohen Law Offices, LLC at 715-514-5051.
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