Contaminating Info

During an interview, an officer may mention details about what happened or tell you information that has not been made public. Later, if you repeat those same details, it can sound like you knew things that only the person involved would know.

This is one reason it’s important to be careful about answering questions, especially if you’re confused, scared, or trying to guess what happened. Even repeating information you heard from someone else can cause problems.

Remember: If you don’t know the answer to a question, it’s okay to say, “I don’t know.” You do not have to guess or try to fill in the blanks.