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What are Miranda rights?
In 1966 the U.S. Supreme
Court
ruled in the case of Miranda vs. Arizona that an individual
accused of a crime has certain
constitutional rights. If
you are in custody, before police question you, they must advise
you of these
constitutional rights also known as Miranda rights
or a Miranda warning.
Police officers must inform you that:
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You have the right to remain silent. |
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Any statement you make may be used as evidence against
you in a court of law. |
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You have a right to first speak with a lawyer and you
have the right to have that lawyer present when you are
being questioned. |
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If you cannot afford
a lawyer, one will be appointed for you. |
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If you
agree to a police interview, you have the right to end
it at any time. |
Miranda warnings are usually not required for general
questioning and fact finding at a crime scene or during routine
traffic stops.
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