Is it safe to talk to the FBI?

Unless the FBI or any law enforcement officer has a search or arrest warrant ANY contact with them is strictly voluntary. Even if the FBI or the police DO have an arrest or search warrant, this has NO IMPACT ON YOUR RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT and to ask for a lawyer simply “lawyer up” after politely demanding to see the warrant.

What should you never say to an FBI agent?

If an FBI agent or police officer comes to the door: Never invite the agent into your home. Never answer any questions including your identification unless you are outside of your home. Always tell the FBI agent that you do not wish to talk with him or her.

Do you have to have a warrant to talk to the FBI?

If the FBI Agent does not have a warrant, you do not have to let the FBI Agent in. On the other hand, if the FBI or any other law enforcement body tries to force their way in do not interfere.

Do you have to answer any questions to the FBI?

Federal law does not require you to answer any other questions. Remember, FBI agents are trained investigators. So they know how to persuade you by making you feel scared, impolite, or guilty. You might feel any of those feelings intensely. But you’re not required to speak to the FBI in any way.

Do you have to talk to the FBI?

1) You do not have to talk to the FBI. You have no obligation to talk to the FBI, even if you are not a citizen. Never meet with them or answer any questions without an attorney present. Refusing to answer questions cannot be held against you. It does not imply that you have something to hide.

Why does the FBI want to interview me?

Perhaps you were at home, and the FBI agent has told you some things about your connection to the investigation and you are wondering if you can take the agent’s statements at face value. Or, perhaps you have already agreed to speak with federal agents, and you are wondering if you have made a grievous error.

Do you have to talk to the FBI if you have a search warrant?

But you’re not required to speak to the FBI in any way. And you don’t have to talk to them even if they do have an arrest or search warrant. However, you do have to comply with their arrest or search efforts if they do have a warrant. And remember, the minute they contact you, you can contact a criminal defense lawyer for advice at any time.