I was investigated as a person of interest in a burlgary. I have not been charge and I took a lie detector test to prove that Iam innocent. I passed. and that was it. Now I have learn that the taped session has been given out. I know the victim has a copy of it. I have no problem with them seeing it but having a copy of it. I dont think that , that is legal or fair. I have been in trouble before thats why I became the first person of interest and so I took the test to clear myself. But I feel that my rights were violated because I didnt know I was being taped and why didnt the police give me a copy.
The interview was for 2hours and then I took the test. The officer said that is was between me and him and that he had to ask really personal qustions to get a feel of me. Iam embarass what can I do?
2006-11-28 14:51:21 · 10 answers · asked by talented@sbcglobal.net 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I saw a dvd with my name on it with date and investigation # on it. And they are not the police just good friends with one
2006-11-28 14:57:57 · update #1
First off, the police do not have to advise you that you are being recorded. The courts have ruled that you have no expectation of privacy when talking to the police, especially in a police station, and that they police can record you with or without your knowledge or permission.
Second, in the police world "person of interest" usually means "suspect." "Person of interest" is just a nice way to say things.
With regards to releasing or sharing evidence, the decision to do that is based on the agency's rules and state laws. We do not do that where I work. The police may have done so to prove to the victim that you were NOT the person who committed the crime and totally clear your name. It may have been a service to you!
Call the agency who gave you the poly and ask them about it. They will probably tell you why you did that.
2006-11-28 14:59:27 · answer #1 · answered by James P 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the police should be able to give out a copy of the tape especially since you are not charged or being further investigated in this situation.
If you are seriously thinking they have violated your rights, and if you think they have it recorded that you werent being taped etc, you might contact an attorney.
I'm sure there are lawyers that would LOVE to get in on this case and you might be able to sue the department for the violation if there is no law in your area that negates that.
Even so, I would contact an attorney maybe one with free consultation that might know one way or the other if it's worth persuing.
How did you find out the tape was given out?
2006-11-28 14:54:44 · answer #2 · answered by kswildangel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as one person involved in the interview know's it's being taped it is legal, and the police knew it was being taped. Interviews are taped all the time. Police often tape conversations and video tape traffic stops and arrests. That is lega. Why the victim got a copy of the interview tape is a question I would look into though.
2006-12-01 07:28:47 · answer #3 · answered by Mary G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this is true, the police where using an interrogation tactic with you. Legally, they can do this. They will try to be your friend, or down play the issue, telling you that they believe you and it's just a formality. Pretty much anything to get you talking and not thinking about legal representation. They are after either a confession or incriminating information about you to use in the case they building against you. It's silly but even if you are innocent you should say nothing without legal council.
2006-11-28 15:14:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if he said all that, then it's on the tape, right? Get a lawyer and subpoena the tape then sue the Police Department for defamation of character. Releasing the tape to the victim seems awfully fishy to me.
2006-11-28 14:54:32 · answer #5 · answered by go_uva 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This does not sound right.. I would definitely seek legal council.
Why should anyone have a copy of the tape??
2006-11-28 14:54:25 · answer #6 · answered by AndyLoops 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am pretty sure that any statement in such a case is public.. Especially in a common wealth area because the people have the right to decide. I am not too sure though.
2006-11-28 14:56:39 · answer #7 · answered by NONAME 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nothing, you should have protested from the beginning, to late to cry now. next time say nothing and get a lawyer.
2006-11-28 14:55:37 · answer #8 · answered by feeln17 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call an At tourney!!
2006-11-28 14:56:48 · answer #9 · answered by GJfromfla 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh please. Stop whining like a little schoolgirl.
2006-11-28 15:00:37 · answer #10 · answered by Empire Jetty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋