Few circumstances can be as stressful for a parent as learning that their child has been charged with a crime. It's common to not know how to proceed—or even what your family's options are. Below, we outline two immediate steps any family can take to help ensure a favorable outcome in these matters.
If you learn that your child has been charged with a crime:
Immediately get in contact with a proven Toledo criminal attorney. Police will consult with parents before questioning a minor and it is highly advised that you first consult with an attorney and have one present when your child is questioned. Our firm includes three former prosecutors that know what tactics police use in questioning to extract damaging statements. We can guard your child against these tactics and protect them from further implicating him or herself.
Exercise your right to remain silent. Police will also want to question parents about their child and what happened. It is advised that you exercise your right to remain silent. Often, parents are quick to want to "clear things up" with police and set the record straight on behalf of their child. If your child has already been arrested, then the record likely has to be set straight in court with the help of an attorney. Simply tell law enforcement that you wish to exercise your right to remain silent at this time.