QUESTION: FBI agents want to talk to me. Should I?
The answer to this question is one that cannot be answered without a careful review of the underlying facts and circumstances that give rise to the request for the interview by the FBI or other federal agents.
There is no legal requirement that forces individuals to talk to federal agents. The decision as to whether or not to talk to a federal agent is one that every citizen is entitled to make. However, the refusal to talk to them is generally perceived by agents as a negative factor.
It is important to know that standard operating procedure for the FBI is to have two agents present for any interview of an individual. Thus, there are always two federal agents to testify as to what an individual said during an interview. Because of this, it is very important to consult with an experienced white collar criminal defense attorney prior to making the decision as to whether or not to talk to the federal agents and it is highly recommended in almost every case that the attorney be present during the interview.
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