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There may be nuances to individual cases, but Speeder is correct. Generally speaking the victim, or any witness in a criminal case, doesn't have an obligation to talk to the defense attorney. He may want to, and the defense attorney has the right to call, but the witness does not have an obligation to talk to anyone he doesn't want to.

PM me for a free individual consultation to determine your particular obligations.

In interests of full disclosure Speeder's dad was one of the biggest influences on my legal development. There were times (years) when I would have gladly tossed the old man under the nearest bus, but as the years passed I came to understand his wisdom and look forward to any comments he cared to offer. Even after he retired I would see him in the skyway frequently and he would always stop me and talk. I last saw him about a year ago walking with a gaggle of other judges and it was a delight. Much to their chagrin he stopped and talked to me for at least ten minutes as his high powered lunch companions waited. He passed away just a few months ago and I wasn't able to go to the funeral. I know Speeder mourns his passing and I am still not quite reconciled to the fact that I won't turn a corner on the skyway and see the old tyrant again.

None of this has anything to do with your original question other than to corroborate that Speeder comes by his legal knowledge honestly. And in some small measure is a way I can honor his father.