Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Kansas

can a detective question a minor without a parents consent or presence at school


Asked on 11/18/11, 9:16 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Anthony Smith LawSmith

The cases are nto consistent. But, fourteen seems to be the cut off as to when evidence gathered from verbal statements can be excluded or suppressed. If teh chidl is fifteen, there may be exigent circumstances that would allow a detective to interview an alleged suspect or witness. Thirteen year olds often get mroe deference, to having the parent present or getting parental consent prior to the interview/interrogation.

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Answered on 11/18/11, 2:22 pm


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