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A polygraph (lie detector test) is used to hypothetically evaluate someone’s biological responses to a given set of questions. Although not always admissible as evidence on a standalone basis, polygraphs are used increasingly in Michigan courts to help prove or disprove cases. As their prevalence of use increases, so does your need to retain an attorney with direct and extensive experience administering, understanding, and challenging polygraphs. David G. Moore, a former assistant prosecutor turned criminal defense lawyer, and his team are lie detector test experts.
If you’ve been requested or ordered to complete a polygraph test by a court in or near Wyoming, MI, it’s crucial to contact the David G. Moore Law Firm, right now. Our team of criminal defense lawyers have deep knowledge about the processes of delivering polygraph tests, interpreting their results, and using those results to help prove or disprove any case. We’re intricately familiar with all nuances of polygraph testing, and we’re here to help.
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Prosecutors request polygraph testing when they're trying to increase the clarity of evidence to support their work in a case. If you've been asked to take a lie detector test, the state is trying to strengthen their case with additional proof, even though lie detector test results are not always considered to be accurate.
In almost every case, no! Remember that. It is not likely that you are legally obligated to submit to lie detector testing, even if police authorities have told you that you'll be arrested if you don't. The first and best thing to do is to call our office and allow us to guide you through this sensitive process. Sooner is better.
The state of Michigan places more value on lie detector test results than many other states do, and the results are commonly admissible as evidence. That's why it's critical to retain intelligent, effective legal counsel as soon as possible.
Every case is different, and it can be complicated to make that decision. Sometimes, it makes discernible sense to administer lie detector tests. Other times, it can be a serious detriment to the case. We can discuss your options during a no-cost consultation.
If the court has requested you to submit to polygraph testing, for any reason whatsoever, the smartest thing to do is to call our office, right away, at 269-466-1501. We're here to help you, every step of the way, to achieve the best results.