Police Encounter Rights Guide

Summary

You have the right to remain silent during police encounters and police need reasonable suspicion to search you. If you believe you were treated unfairly, you can file a complaint. Consider consulting a local attorney for further assistance.

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A cop approached me asking if I smoke weed him when I said no he said maybe once in a while and then I said no again and then he wanted me to pull out my pocket to check for needles and there was no needles. And he when went check for warrants there was no warrants. And then he lied on the phone to my mother about where he found me and about what I was doing and I am mentally disabled
It seems you've had a troubling encounter with the police. It's important to understand your rights in such situations:
- You have the right to remain silent and not answer questions.
- Police need reasonable suspicion to search you or your belongings.
- You can file a complaint if you believe you were treated unfairly.
Would you like help connecting with a local lawyer who can assist you further?
Give me an example of a police report
Certainly! Here's a simplified example of what a police report might look like based on your situation:
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Police Report
Incident Date: [Date of the Incident]
Time: [Time of the Incident]
Location: Suffolk County, New York
Officer Name: [Officer's Name]
Suspect Name: Patrick Karikas
Description of Incident:
- Officer approached suspect Patrick Karikas.
- Questioned suspect about drug use, specifically marijuana.
- Suspect denied smoking marijuana.
- Officer requested suspect to empty pockets for needles; no needles found.
- Officer checked for warrants; none were found.
- Officer communicated with suspect's mother, allegedly providing false information about suspect's location and activities.
- Suspect identified as mentally disabled.
Actions Taken:
- No items confiscated.
- No arrests made.
- No warrants issued.
Remarks:
- Suspect expressed discomfort with officer's conduct.
- Suspect requested further legal assistance.
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Please note that this is a fictional example and not an actual police report. If you're considering filing a complaint or need more detailed assistance, it might be beneficial to consult a lawyer or legal expert.