Miranda v. Arizona
Miranda v. Arizona (1966) was a landmark Supreme Court case that established the requirement for police to inform individuals of their rights when taken into custody. Ernesto Miranda was arrested and confessed to a crime without being informed of his right to remain silent or to have an attorney present. The Court ruled that these "Miranda rights" are essential to protect a suspect's Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. This decision emphasizes the importance of informing individuals about their legal rights to ensure fair treatment during the criminal justice process.
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Miranda v. Arizona (1966) was a landmark Supreme Court case that established the requirement for police to inform individuals of their rights upon arrest. Ernesto Miranda was interrogated without being told he had the right to remain silent and to have an attorney. The Court ruled that his confession could not be used against him because he had not been made aware of these rights, now known as "Miranda rights." This decision aimed to protect individuals from self-incrimination and ensure fair legal treatment, reinforcing constitutional protections under the Fifth Amendment.