Legal Shield Rider
Do you know your legal rights?
What would you do if you were detained by a law enforcement officer? Do you know
your rights?
What would you do if you're injured in an accident?
What if the authorities attempted to remove your child from your home or
custody?
What if an officer arrived at your door with a warrant?
Finally, there is one answer to all of those questions!
As a Legal Shield member, present your Legal Shield membership card to the
officer. By showing the card, you make it clear you want to call your lawyer
immediately. If you are injured in an accident or confronted with the state
taking your child, or served with a warrant, you'll be able to contact a lawyer
immediately.
To use your Legal Shield, simply call the 24-hour toll-free Legal Shield number.
A Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. representative will then connect you to your
Provider Law Firm. It's that simple.
The cost is minimal...
This service costs only $1.00 a month as an additional benefit to your Pre-Paid
Legal Family Plan membership. That's $12 per year for the peace of mind the
Legal Shield membership can provide you and your family members. You have
rights, and now, you know who to call to make sure your rights are protected.
1. If you're arrested or detained...
Most law enforcement officers are conscientious and will protect your rights
rather than abuse them. If you are stopped or detained by a law enforcement or
police officer or questioned by authorities regarding a minor child in your
custody, we suggest taking the following precautions:
Cooperate with the officer and ask for permission to get your Legal Shield Card.
If arrested or detained, call the 24-hour, toll-free number on your Legal Shield
card.
2. If you're seriously injured...
Of course, the first step is to make sure you and others involved are OK. Your
next two calls should be to your insurance company and your lawyer. If you're
incapable of making the call because of your injuries, be sure your family knows
to call your provider law firm. And, remember; never agree to any offers or
settlements from an insurance company without receiving legal counsel first!
3. If the state tries to take your child(ren)...
If you are confronted by authorities and they remove your child(ren) from your
custody, call the Legal Shield hotline immediately! You can call 24 hours a day,
and 7 days a week.
4. If you're served with a warrant...
If you are approached by authorities and they present a warrant, call the Legal
Shield hotline immediately! You can call 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week.
Remember...
The Legal Shield membership will not apply in situations involving:
Any matter in which the member is alleged to be under the influence of or
impaired by alcohol, intoxicants, controlled substances, chemicals or medicines.
Alleged domestic violence or alleged stalking.
Assistance in making, posting, or obtaining bond, bail, or other security
required for release.
The benefits of the Legal Shield membership are subject to conditions imposed by
the detaining or questioning authority, which may not allow for your Provider
Law Firm to communicate with you on an immediate basis.
