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What is the significance of Miranda v. Arizona (1966)? What precedent was set through this Court decision?

What is the significance of Miranda v. Arizona (1966)? What precedent was set through this Court decision?

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Miranda vs Arizona was responsible for the implementation of Miranda Rights. This Supreme Court decision requires that any person taken into police custody must be apprised of their Fifth Amendment right not to incriminate themselves. The Miranda decision requires that police tell suspects four things before taking them into custody.

  1. You have the right to remain silen
  2. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.

  3. You have the right to an attorney.

  4. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you.