Crime & Law

Supreme Court Establishes Miranda Rights

The Supreme Court ruled that police must inform suspects of their rights to silence and legal counsel during interrogations. This landmark ruling was prompted by the case of Ernesto Miranda, who confessed to a crime without being informed of his Fifth Amendment protections. The Court determined that the failure to inform suspects of their rights can lead to coercive interrogations, violating the Constitution. This decision reshaped law enforcement practices across the United States.

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