ploygraphs?

Question

ive been asked to take a polygraph test, the prosecutor says if i don't take one, or if i do and it comes out inconclusive or not 100% good she will press charges. they have no proof or evidence either. i think this is a scare tactic they use against people. i firmly don't believe in taking lie detector tests and my family agrees. we all know there not even admissible in any court or criminal case, so why do they rely on them so much unless they really have no evidence and they think by taking one they can at least get you arrested. all i can say is a sexual allegation came up about 8 months ago and they haven't done anything about it until now, cause were towards the start of the new year. i do have a lawyer and were raising money for my defense. how can they convict me of something with no proof, dna or witnesses ? and before i get stupid responses, i didn't do anything and this claim is stupid at best.

well like i said this prosecutor has sat on her butt for over 8 months and done nothing. the reason she wants this test so bad in my opinion is she has no other evidence. because if she did, i would of been locked up a long time ago. i don't know law, but im no idiot either.

Answer 1

I 'never' advise that anyone consent to a polygraph test. As you note, they are inadmissible at trail anyway, and the DA is not bound to abide by his promise not to prosecute you even if the polygraph indicates innocence.

It's up to the DA to produce the evidence he needs to get a conviction. You have no obligation to help him.

When charged with a crime, the best advice, in 99% of cases is "Shut up". Talk to the DA / cops *only* through your lawyer.

Richard

Answer 2

Don't take it - not admissible as evidence. Innocent until they prove guilt. Also, make sure you have not signed your rights away already on some type of agreement.............

Answer 3

Don't take the test. They are fishing for a confession.