What if a police officer lied to you?
If an officer is lying or providing false information with an intent to deceive, he or she may be prosecuted under California perjury laws. Only an experienced lawyer can poke holes in the police report and determine whether or not the statements provided by the officer were knowingly and intentionally false.
What happens if a police officer files a false report?
Filing a False Report by a Police Officer is a “wobbler” offense. That means that it can be prosecuted as a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on the circumstances of the offense and the criminal history, if any, of the officer.
How long do police have to respond to a complaint?
There is no time limit on making a complaint. But note that if you do not complain within 12 months the police can decline to deal with your complaint unless you give them a good reason.
What happens if I refuse to talk to police?
You have the constitutional right to remain silent. In general, you do not have to talk to law enforcement officers (or anyone else), even if you do not feel free to walk away from the officer, you are arrested, or you are in jail. You cannot be punished for refusing to answer a question.
Can you talk back to a cop?
Legality. Freedom of speech is protected under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, so non-threatening verbal “abuse” of a police officer is not in itself criminal behavior, though some courts have disagreed on what constitutes protected speech in this regard.
Does a cop have to tell you why you’re being pulled over?
It’s important to note that the officer has no obligation to tell you why you’re being stopped. So long as the reason is there, the court will find the officer justified in making the stop.
How do the police investigate crimes?
A complete criminal investigation can include searching, interviews, interrogations, evidence collection and preservation, and various methods of investigation. In the code, it is suggested that both the accuser and the accused had the right to present evidence they collected.
What should I call 101 for?
Why should I call 101? Use the non-emergency number 101 for situations that do not require an immediate police response. This will help keep 999 available for when there is an emergency, e.g. if a crime is taking place, or somebody is in immediate danger – for these types of incidents, always call 999.
Why would police ring me?
a serious offence is in progress or has just been committed. someone is in immediate danger or harm. property is in danger of being damaged. a serious disruption to the public is likely.