Being arrested is a stressful experience, but knowing your constitutional rights can make a critical difference in the outcome of your case. This article covers your right to remain silent, your right to an attorney, protections against unreasonable searches, and what to do — and what not to do — during an arrest. Our criminal defense team at Shank & Associates has seen firsthand how exercising these rights properly can protect clients from self-incrimination and ensure fair treatment under the law.