Miranda Rights: Protecting the Rights of the AccusedIn the case of Miranda v. Arizona, the Supreme Court ruled that statements made by a person accused of a crime could not be used as evidence at trial unless the person voluntarily, knowingly, and intelligently waived the constitutional right to remain silent. This decision had a major impact on law enforcement, creating a new procedure for police officers questioning or obtaining confessions from suspects. This book is a thorough but accessible study of the legal arguments behind the ruling as well as an examination of the decision s legacy and effects on law enforcement. |
Contents
CONTENTS | 4 |
CHAPTER TWO Rights of the Accused | 17 |
CHAPTER THREE The Impact of Miranda | 25 |
CHAPTER FOUR The Future of Miranda Rights | 34 |
CLOSSARY | 41 |
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