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I sent an email to Mothers Against Drunk Driving as well as a voicemail. I didn't specifically threaten anyone, but I told them I was blaming them for my girlfriends decision to have an abortion based upon my being on house arrest & probation for a 2nd dui in 10 years. (in pennsylvania). Here is some of the text from the email - "Due to your draconian laws, I will be seeking 1 million dollars in econometric damages. Additionally, as I notified the national chapter, due to my arrest, loss of license, and subsequent house arrest, my girlfriend decided that our pregnancy did not come at an adequate time and she therefore had an abortion. As I have hurt no one, and you have killed a baby, justice will be coming. The true nature of justice is an eye for an eye.

How many more deaths will it take before you stop the destruction of our society?

Who will stop you?" -- The officer said she wasn't charging me yet, but wants me to come in an talk to her. What is the law? Should I talk to her?

Submitted: 310 days and 8 hours ago.
Category: Criminal Law
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Posted by Dave Kennett 310 days and 8 hours ago.

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Dear XXXXXXX - I would advise that you not talk to the police. always have the right to remain silent and talking to the police is probably the worst thing you can do. I cannot comment on the details of what you are reporting that you said in your email. It is possible that it can be considered as a threat but there is no point in you elaborating on the content.

 

If they want to file charges they will do so and what you say to them will not help. They will try to get you to admit that you were angry etc and then use your statements against you. I would tell the police that you are not going to make any statements and that you are not going to come in to the station. They cannot force you to talk at any time and the only way they can force you to come in is to arrest you.

 

If charges are filed keep quiet and call an attorney. Talking to the police is always a bad idea unless you are represented by counsel.

 

David Kennett - JD - Attorney at Law

310 days and 7 hours ago.

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Thanks for the reply. I appreciate your answer. Is there anyway you can point me towards the relevant statute?

Posted by Dave Kennett 310 days and 7 hours ago.

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The 5th Amendment to the US Constitution is controlling and is the basis of your right to remain silent and not be forced to incriminate yourself.

 

Dave

310 days and 7 hours ago.

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I'm ready to release payment for your answer. However, I meant, can you tell me what the relevant statute is concerning the internet? What law could I have broken?

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I didn't say you broke any law. Obviously you haven't been charged so it's anybodies guess what they could charge you with. The point is that you need to keep quiet and if you are charged with anything you should get an attorney and continue to keep quiet. It doesn't matter what the charge may be only that you don't help them with their evidence.

 

Dave

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