Really, this is all anybody needs to know about lawyers and self-defense:
Until you either hire or are given a lawyer: Don't talk to the police. Even if you know you didn't do anything wrong. Even if it's the most clear-cut and obvious case of self-defense ever. Even if you know the officer. If you've had to shoot somebody, or shoot at them, don't talk to the police until you have a lawyer. Don't say one word about what happened. Even if it wasn't your fault. Just tell them, "I want an attorney." If you feel like you have to let them know you're a good guy, you can tell them "I have every intention of cooperating, but I will not speak to you without an attorney. I want an attorney." Lather, rinse, repeat as necessary.
Amen!
YouTube - Don't Talk to Cops, Part 1
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