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I agree with you, but if the FBI wanted to serve a warrant to search my device, they can compel me to do so. Failure to unlock that device could put you into ja

• Zak 5y ago
  US case law is not settled on that matter, and some courts have concluded that disclosing a password is testimonial and therefore covered by the fifth amendment. Courts that have ruled the other way have usually done so under narrow exceptions.
  • lazide 5y ago
    Generally, most lawyers would advise their clients to Stay away from an area or activities that can be described this way - because it’s a really good way to be ‘right but dead’ (really, bankrupt or in jail or whatever).