him. He had been very quickly charged with the felony charges--low degree, but still felonies.

In reality, it was from watching all of the police and detective movies and TV where I had seen the difference between the scenarios and I learned that if there is any indication that you are being asked something where they either insinuate or you know you are guilty, to not speak with a policeman or detective. Their objective is to find someone guilty and the is a valid directive, but sometimes it gets overshadowed in trying to really find the guilty party. These individuals are judged by convictions and closing cases. Sometimes it is obvious that they pick the "low fruit" and if someone gives up something, that only helps them in their objective. They always act as your good friend, but in these instances they are the law, and you need to protect yourself. You need to come clean when in a court and tell the truth, but never beforehand. And, a lawyer will tell you how to best answer questions attempting to define your guilt.

I commend you. I always tell parents to teach your children about what you said, and don't disclose anything until you have spoken to your parents, and/or your lawyer.