One on One: Rusty Shepard, ESQ.

If a police officer asks you a question, do you have to answer it?  Criminal Defense Attorney Rusty Shepard says no. Unless a law enforcement officer has a warrant, you do not have to talk to him, or let him into your home. Most people don’t know their fourth amendment rights.

Shepard served as an assistant state attorney in the 14th Judicial Circuit and is now in private practice as a criminal defense lawyer. He says it is often confusing for residents because they aren’t aware of their constitutional rights. He also says people think that if a police officer fails to read them their rights while being arrested, their case will be dismissed. Not so. Shepard, who is also President of the Bay County Bar Association, says as long as the officer did not ask questions, he can read you your rights at a different time.

What about judges? Why are some elected and some appointed by the Governor?  Mr. Shepard explains in the extended interview with Amy Hoyt.
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Posted by on 02/28 at 07:59 PM
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Note to self: Call Rusty Shepherd if I ever get arrested in Panama City.  This guy knows his stuff.

Above comment posted by  on  02/29  at  10:42 AM
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By all accounts, Mr. Shepard has demonstrated his full knowledge of the law. Wonderful interview!

Above comment posted by  on  02/29  at  07:18 PM
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