The Supreme Court found that Miranda's confession should not have been used as evidence because the police had not informed him of his rights to remain silent and have an attorney present during interrogation. His appeal of the conviction went all the way to the U.S. The prosecution used his confession as evidence at his trial, and Miranda was convicted. After the police questioned him for two hours, Miranda signed a confession. Arizona Police arrested Ernesto Miranda in connection with a kidnapping and rape. The name Miranda comes from a 1966 Supreme Court case Miranda v. The Fifth Amendment contains the right against self-incrimination, and the Sixth Amendment contains the right to counsel. The rights included in the Miranda warnings come from the Fifth and Sixth Amendments to the Constitution. They just need to convey these rights to an accused person. The police don't have to say the warnings in that exact way or order. If you cannot afford a lawyer, one will be appointed for you if you so desire.You have the right to consult with a lawyer and have that lawyer present during any questioning.If you do say anything, what you say can be used against you in a court of law.Police must inform arrestees of the following: Police read Miranda rights after detaining someone but before beginning an interrogation (questioning). Miranda warnings inform people of their constitutional rights to remain silent and to have a lawyer present during police questioning. The Internet is not necessarily secure and emails sent through this site could be intercepted or read by third parties. The lawyer or law firm you are contacting is not required to, and may choose not to, accept you as a client. Any information sent through this site does not create an attorney-client relationship and may not be treated as privileged or confidential. You should not send any sensitive or confidential information through this site. Your number will be held in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You will receive up to 2 messages per week from Martindale-Nolo. Attorneys have the option, but are not required, to send text messages to you. You are not required to provide consent as a condition of service. Messages may be sent using pre-recorded messages, auto-dialer or other automated technology. Martindale-Nolo and up to 5 participating attorneys may contact you on the number you provided for marketing purposes, discuss available services, etc. By clicking "Find a Lawyer", you agree to the Martindale-Nolo Texting Terms.
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