Being charged with a criminal offence can be a stressful time. The last thing you want is leaking valuable information into the wrong hands. It is understandable that when going through this process being able to vent and express how you are feeling can be of help. Unfortunately, this can have a negative effect on your case as sharing facts to family and friends could turn them into witnesses. Even if the person is on your side, the things you speak about could be twisted and used against you in court. We strongly suggest to only speak to your lawyer about your case which you can be guaranteed will be confidential. The team at Legal Advisory Service will also suggest that you remove yourself from all social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Social Media accounts can be used in court by the prosecution and it is best to have no interaction whatsoever.