Summary of "Cops at Front Door: What Should You Do? #law #education"

Main Ideas

Do Not Open the Door Immediately: When police come to your door, do not simply open it without verifying their authority.
Ask for a Warrant: If the police request entry, ask if they have a warrant. If they do not, you can refuse to talk to them.
Request to See the Warrant: If the police claim to have a warrant, ask them to slide it under the door for you to review, ensuring its legitimacy.
Know Your Rights: You have the right to remain silent and do not have to answer any questions from the police, even if they have a warrant.
Invoke Your Rights: If questioned, you can state that you invoke your right to remain silent and request to speak with a lawyer.

When Police Arrive:
- Do Not Open the Door Immediately.
- Ask, “Do you have a warrant?”
- If no warrant: “I don’t want to talk to you.”
- If they say they have a warrant: “Please slide it under the door.”
- Review the warrant for legitimacy.
During Interaction:
- Remember your right to remain silent.
- If questioned, say: “I invoke the fifth and I want to speak to a lawyer.”