
Borsberry: Your Go-To Source for a Criminal Lawyer Peoria IL Can Trust
Saying anything at all to law enforcement about a pending criminal case before talking to us can irreparably damage your case. You need to rely on your go-to source for a criminal lawyer Peoria IL can trust: Borsberry Law. Being questioned by police about an alleged criminal act? Here’s how you should handle the situation:
- Ask to speak to your attorneys immediately.
- Tell the officer respectfully that you won’t answer any questions.
- Remain silent.

Law enforcement can decide on your perceived guilt or innocence fast, which is why you should keep your thoughts close to the vest until you speak to one of our attorneys. Securing a trusted criminal lawyer is of utmost importance. Here at Borsberry Law, we will tell you it’s imperative that you remain silent when faced by police questioning in an alleged crime. You know that saying: “anything you say CAN and WILL be used against you in a court of law”? Well, it happens to be true! Once you contact Borsberry Law Offices PC, we will tell you what to do. Till then, assume everyone is listening and judging.
Same goes for initial questioning. Those probes may seem innocent enough, but they are also recorded and can lead to unjust assumptions later. If and when you are formally charged, don’t discuss the case with anyone. Instead, simply say “I won’t answer your questions until I speak to Borsberry.” Assuming the police will take you at your word is unwise. They can and will arrest you with probable cause, so just let us do the talking.
Contact Our Criminal Lawyer in Peoria IL
Don’t say anything if questioned by police about an alleged criminal act. The first thing you must do is call Borsberry Law Offices PC immediately at 309-637-9000 for a free consultation. We are located at 203 NE. Jefferson, Peoria, IL 61602, across the street from the Peoria County Court House.