[AimHere]

If it looks like you're the suspect, then don't talk and get a lawyer.

Otherwise, you should probably avoid doing anything that makes you a suspect, including demanding a lawyer prematurely.

[hdlothia]

There is no such thing as asking for a lawyer prematurely. Cops are allowed to lie , mislead anyone they want basically. Always make sure someone unaffiliated with law enforcement is around as a witness because they will lie for each other.

[jwatte]

Demanding a lawyer, and refusing to answer questions, explicitly should not make you look like a suspect in the eyes of the law. (The eyes of the investigating officer may be different, but they must follow the law in the end.)

[acobster]

Right. Good thing they do that. Every time. Yup.