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He was smart for calling a lawyer during the search, but he committed a major error by providing login credentials for his machines. Yikes.


> he committed a major error by providing login credentials for his machines

At the point when one is forced to unlock electronic devices on request even during security check on the airport, one is simply unable to identify when some legal bullies exceed their authority.


> providing login credentials for his machines >

I would not recommend doing so without consulting with a lawyer either, but how does this work in civil law? There is no assumption of innocence in civil law as I understand it.

If one did not do what one is accused of, but refuse to prove that by not participating in discovery, can then the other party ask for a judgment against you?


He was stupid for opening the door or talking to them at all.




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