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Originally Posted by PhilD
I wouldn't just assume it, I'd take it for a fact. Someone coming at you with a knife does not mean you well 
Rehearse this line, "I felt my life was in imminent danger officer, and I will co-operate fully with your investigation. But I'm so shook up right now and would like to speak to my attorney." |
Believe me when I say, I know what, and what not to say to a police officer (in this case it would be a deputy) responding to a shooting.
And there would be nothing said other than my name, address, phone number and I want my attorney present prior to answering any questions.
Most people after a shooting are too shook up to make any clear statements; however, those unclear statements can be held against you in a court of law. So, it is best to keep you mouth completely closed except for identification which includes verbal as well as paper if required. It would be too easy for someone in that situation to have memorized "I felt my life..." and get is screwed up by saying, "I thought my life...". So, in reality, it is best not to say anything that might be misconstrued and held against you; other than your name, address, phone number, and I want my attorney present.
If you really want to keep the officer away until after the attorney arrives, tell them you are experiencing chest pains; which is not that uncommon for someone after a shooting. Doesn't mean a heart attack, usually anxiety, but the police won't take the chance (hopefully) and summon an ambulance for you, and to continue to question someone in physical duress is usually a no-no; even for the nastiest law enforcement officer.
I believe I remember all the ins and outs of what and what not to do if I am ever again involved in a legal self-defense shooting; even if I am a civilian now.