Miranda warning

The Miranda warning is a legal warning that police must give to someone before questioning them if they might be accused of a crime. It informs the person that they have the right to remain silent, that anything they say can be used against them in court, and that they have the right to have a lawyer present during questioning. The purpose is to protect the person's constitutional rights under the Fifth and Sixth Amendments, ensuring they are aware of their protections before making statements that could be used as evidence in a criminal case.