Miranda V. Arizona
Date: 1966
Case Background:
On March 13, 1963 Ernesto Miranda was arrested based on circumstantial evidence linking to a kidnapping and rape of an 18 year old girl. Issue: After interrogation, Miranda signed the confession but was never told of his rights to counsel. Nor was he advised of his right to remain silent of that his statements could be used against him. Miranda's lawyer claimed that his confession was not fully voluntary and should not have been admitted into the court proceedings. Decision: The court decided that due to the coercive nature of the interrogation by the police, no confession could be admissible under the 5th & 6th Amendments. Therefore, Miranda's conviction was overturned. Impact: Following the court decision, United States police are required to inform arrested persons of their rights. Known as Miranda warning. |
Justice: Earl Warren
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