You are hereby notified that you are being questioned as part of an internal investigation conducted by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Unified Police Department.
Pursuant to the principles established in Lybarger v. City of Los Angeles, 40 Cal.3d 822 (1985), you are compelled to answer questions related to your official duties as a law enforcement officer. However, your statements made during this interrogation cannot be used against you in any subsequent criminal proceedings.
It is imperative that you understand the following:
- You are required to answer questions truthfully and completely to the best of your ability.
- Your statements are protected by Lybarger immunity, meaning they cannot be used against you in a court of law in any criminal case.
- You have the right to consult with a representative of your choosing, including a union representative or an attorney, prior to answering any questions.
- Failure to cooperate with this investigation or providing false or misleading statements may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination from employment with the Unified Police Department.
Please acknowledge your understanding of this warning by signing below. Your signature does not indicate agreement with the allegations but confirms that you have been informed of your rights and obligations.