Storm(y) Front, Part 5: Cohen takes the Fifth And Gets A Stay: What And Why?

As I have said before … I have no insight – and certainly no input – into what Ms. Daniels’ lawyer is thinking. However, if he happens to follow the path I lay out here, you had better believe I am going to take credit and tell the world that Ms. Daniels’ counsel “obviously” reads my blog.

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Can You Refuse To Unolck Your iPhone By Invoking Your Fifth Amendment Privilege Against Self-Incrimination?

A recent story caught my eye about a case in Chicago involving a new, novel Fifth Amendment issue.  If you are being investigated and/or arrested, and a law enforcement officer or agent hands you your iPhone and says, “unlock it,” can you refuse under the Fifth Amendment?

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