If you ask Merriam Webster what a pretext is, then you will likely learn that a pretext is either an alleged purpose, motive or appearance.
It is assumed in order to mask a person’s actual intention or state of affairs. It can also be a matter offered in explanation or defense.
Pretext suggests there is deceit involved in either the explanation or defense. The truth is covered by false reason.
In legal terms, pretext typically refers to a false reason given by an employer, to mask the real reason for terminating an employee.
The Context of a Pretext
Pretext in employment discrimination cases can be found in statistics, comparisons, either written or oral statements indicating bias or false reason. Plus, reasons that simply don’t make sense.
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3 Approaches to Prove Pretext
Courts have developed three approaches to prove pretext.
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- Pretext Only
Pretext only is the least stringent. A plaintiff must prove that a defendant’s proffered reason is pretextual.
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- Permissive Pretext Only
If the plaintiff proves that a defendant’s proffered reason is pretextual, then the trier of fact is permitted. However, it is not required in order to enter judgment for the plaintiff.
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- Pretext Plus
In addition to proof of pretext, the pretext plus approach requires direct proof of discrimination.
What is a Pretext Call?
A pretext call is a call between two people, recorded under the supervision of law enforcement.
Pretext calls usually take place between the victim and the suspect of a crime.
A friend, stranger, child, acquaintance or undercover police officer place the call. Additionally, calls occur either days, weeks or even months after the suspected crime.
Law enforcement officials use pretext calls as an investigative tool. Plus, anything said on the recording can be used against the suspect in a criminal case. Law enforcement also uses the recordings during interviews, in hopes, it will lead to a confession.
Contact can also be made by either text message or email, as opposed to a voice call.
How to Protect Yourself from Pretext Calls
Never admit to anything over the phone or in written context. If you suspect that a pretext call could be coming your way, hire a criminal defense attorney to help you navigate through the system.
If you receive a pretext call, the best thing to do is to hang up. Then, call Mark Broughton.
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I’m Mark A. Broughton and I’m here to fight for you. I have been a defense Attorney for 40+ years and have represented thousands of people accused of crimes. I have extensive experience representing citizens charged with Violent Felonies, Federal Crimes, White Collar Crimes, Violent Crimes, Murder, Gang Crimes and Sex Crimes to name a few.
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Mark Broughton has been practicing law for over 40 years. He estimates that he has conducted over 200 jury trials – everything from DUIs, drug cases, sex cases, domestic violence, assaults, “three-strikes,” dozens of cases involving criminal street gangs, gun/deadly weapons, drive-by shootings, robberies, attempted murders, and murders, including special circumstance murder cases.
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