Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

Police Questioning

What are my legal rights when being questioned by the police?

I was walking down the street with a bottle of alcohol totally concealled in a paper bag, when an officer stopped me, and asked ''whats in the bag?'' I responded ''none of your business.'' I was then searched without my consent. Was I in the wrong? What are my rights?


Asked on 11/13/07, 10:03 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Police Questioning

You were not wrong in not telling a police officer what was in a bag you were holding. He had no right to search your bag without your consent. If he charged you with any violation of the law, contact a criminal defense attorney, like myself, immediately.

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Answered on 11/15/07, 10:17 am


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