Getting arrested can be one of the most nerve-wracking experiences of your life. However, what you do and say afterward can have a big impact on your case. Here are several things you should do after getting arrested:
Remain silent. One of the biggest mistakes you can make after getting arrested is saying too much. Even if the police ask you questions about your case, you don’t have to answer them. You have the right to remain silent. Tell the police that you don’t want to talk to them without a lawyer.