
The 24-Hour Rule: What to Do (and NOT Do) Right After an Arrest
You just left Fenway laughing, having a great night then suddenly: flashing lights, cops, and handcuffs. What you do next could determine your future. In this video, Boston Criminal Defense Attorney Mike Contant explains exactly what to do in the first 24 hours after an arrest, whether it’s an OUI or something more serious. You’ll learn: ✅ Why talking to the police can destroy your defense ✅ How the system starts building a case against you immediately ✅ What your rights actually protect—and how to use them ✅ Why silence isn’t weakness, it’s your best defense Once words leave your mouth, they become evidence—on body cam, in reports, forever. Your silence isn’t guilt. It’s control. If you or someone you love has been arrested, those first 24 hours matter most. Call Mike Contant’s office today—because the smartest move you can make is simple: Shut up and call your lawyer. #BostonLawyer #CriminalDefense #KnowYourRights #ArrestedInBoston #OUIDefense