Detectives Truthfulness In Question

Summary

Law enforcement officers can use deception during investigations, but lying about a cause of death is unethical and potentially legally questionable. Request a death certificate to verify the cause of death. Consult a lawyer to understand your rights and explore legal options.

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Is it legal for a deputy detective to lie to me about his passing
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. In general, law enforcement officers are allowed to use deception during investigations. However, lying about the cause of death is highly unethical and could be legally questionable.
- You can request the death certificate to confirm the cause of death.
- Consulting with a lawyer could help you understand your rights in this situation.
Would you like assistance finding a local lawyer to discuss this further?