Can police force you to interview?

Remember, you have the right to refuse an interview by a police officer. If an officer tries to threaten or intimidate you into giving an interview, remember that you have the right to have an attorney present. Do not give in to the officer’s demands until you speak to your lawyer.

Can you deny a police interview?

You are allowed to refuse to do a formal police interview at the police station. You need to remember that the purpose of a police interview is to gather evidence about the case that can then be used by them to charge those people involved in a crime. You can tell police that you do not want to be interviewed.

Can the police search your apartment if you are a renter?

But officers are normally not allowed to search the home of a renter just because the landlord consents. The theory is that the apartment is, after all, the renter’s. (For related reading, see our article on who can let the police search your home.)

Do the police need a warrant to enter an apartment?

The police don’t need a warrant to enter an apartment, for instance, when there’s an emergency. Landlords may also let officers search some parts of an apartment complex other than the apartments themselves.

What happens if a tenant calls the police on a tenant?

These laws typically apply regardless of whether the tenant was the victim of the “nuisance conduct” or called the police out of legitimate fear or need. Upon citation, property owners generally must take action or face steep penalties.

How do you request police reports for apartment complexes?

Request the police reports by writing a polite, professional letter to the appropriate law enforcement agency requesting copies of police reports involving a specific apartment complex with a specific address or set of addresses within a specific window of time. Make sure to include your name and contact information.