Surprising Facts that the FBI Wants You To Know

They Can Speak Freely... Usually

Most people assume that FBI agents have to be tight-lipped, but that's not always the case. They don't always have to be super secretive about their jobs or positions within the department. They're usually free to talk about nearly any investigation they've been a part of as long as the case is closed. Open cases cannot be discussed, but that's pretty straightforward with anything that involves a criminal case. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.