Dos and Don’ts of Talking on the Phone After a Manslaughter Arrest

After being arrested for manslaughter, the top priority on any person’s mind should be communication. Not only do you need to communicate with your lawyer to secure representation and guidance, but you also need to inform your family of your arrest and arrange childcare, if necessary. You should know that the police can record some of your phone calls and will use anything you say as evidence against you; however, the police are legally prohibited from recording your calls to a lawyer. Therefore, you should be extremely guarded with the details you disclose on any phone calls to family members.

If you have been arrested for manslaughter, you will need strong legal representation to defend yourself against the prosecution. When you contact your lawyer from jail, you should disclose all necessary details so that your lawyer is fully informed when he or she begins to build your case. Fighter Law’s board-certified criminal defense lawyers, including Thomas Feiter, are prepared to help you defend against your manslaughter charges.

Know Your Rights After a Manslaughter Arrest

Getting arrested can be confusing and intimidating because you are cut off from the outside world. Even after a manslaughter arrest, you should know that you have certain rights. Your arresting officer should have recited your Miranda Rights at the time of your arrest. It is crucial that your arresting officer recites these rights to you, as the failure to do so is a violation of your due process rights under the Constitution.

One of these rights include the right to legal counsel. You need the representation of a skilled and experienced criminal defense lawyer who understands the nuances of your manslaughter charges.

According to the Florida Bar, if law enforcement fails to provide Miranda warnings during a custodial interrogation, any statements made may be deemed inadmissible in court, potentially weakening the prosecution’s case.

What You Should Know about Phone Calls Made After an Arrest

Contacting a lawyer should be high on your priority list if you are arrested for manslaughter. You should relay the details of your arrest to your attorney and arrange a time for you and your attorney to meet and further discuss your situation. Legally, the police cannot record your phone call with your lawyer, as such a recording would violate your attorney-client privileges. This means that you can freely discuss the important and relevant information your lawyer needs to know in order to advocate for you.

On the other hand, the phone calls you make to family members can be recorded by the police. For example, if you cannot get in touch with your lawyer, the police can record a call you make to a family member asking that person to contact your lawyer for you. You should be extremely cautious with the information you disclose to your family member because your call is most likely being recorded. The recordings of these phone calls can be used as evidence against you.

The most important thing for you to remember when making phone calls from jail is that you are probably being recorded, unless you are speaking with your lawyer.

Contact Fighter Law Today if You Have Been Arrested for Manslaughter

Getting arrested for manslaughter is serious, and your entire future could be in jeopardy. You need to secure top-notch legal representation so that you can defend yourself and protect your future. When making your necessary phone calls after an arrest, you should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Our skilled criminal defense attorneys understand how distressing it can be to have your freedom taken away upon a manslaughter arrest, and we want to fight to protect your rights.

Fighter Law has a team of talented criminal defense lawyers who know how to defend against manslaughter charges. Let us represent you and build a strong case in your defense. To schedule a consultation with a member of our team, you can call (407) 344-4837 or fill out our contact form here today.

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