United States v. Miranda

United States v. Miranda was a landmark Supreme Court case in 1966 that established the rights of criminal suspects during police interrogations. The court ruled that suspects must be informed of their rights to remain silent and to have an attorney present, known as "Miranda rights," before being questioned. If these rights are not properly explained, any evidence or statements obtained may be deemed inadmissible in court. The case aimed to protect individuals from self-incrimination and ensure fair treatment during police procedures, setting a fundamental standard for law enforcement practices in the United States.