Innocent: Proven

If you are falsely accused, your first instinct might be to explain everything to the police. However, experts often advise that you should never attempt to tell your side of the story without an attorney present [7]. Even well-intentioned statements can be misinterpreted or used against you later in court [7].

Under the Fifth Amendment, you are not required to provide testimony against yourself [5]. Proven Innocent

If you or a loved one needs help, visit the Innocence Project’s Request Representation page to learn more about the criteria for case reviews. If you are falsely accused, your first instinct