The police have a job to do. They are not your friend. Do not explain yourself, even if innocent or if you think the police are making a mistake, as anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. Wait until you consult with a lawyer. Likewise “do not leave your children at the mercy of school officials or expect a guidance counselor or principal to act as a stand in parent or legal counsel,” said Aaron Delgado. “Do not let your children speak to the police without an experienced criminal defense attorney – what they say can be used against them.”