miranda, ernesto

"The Miranda v. Arizona decision was instrumental in making sure that people accused of a crime are aware of all their rights and have equal access to counsel, even if they can not afford it. The Miranda rights, which are read to apprehended suspects, are one of the things people point to when they talk about American rights and freedoms. Readers will find out ... how this now basic right came to pass. Also included are questions to consider, primary source documents, and a chronology of the case"--Amazon.com.

Discusses the landmark case of Miranda v. Arizona, in which the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the conviction of Ernest Miranda on charges of kidnapping and rape, ruling that police had failed to inform the man of his right against self-incrimination and setting the precedent for future arrests in the country.

A brief review of the Miranda versus Arizona case, its hearing before the United States Supreme Court, and its implications for defendants rights.

Examines the arguments behind this 1966 Supreme Court case that resulted in the ruling that police must advise the accused of their rights.

Examines the 1966 Supreme Court case involving Ernesto Miranda and the State of Arizona; discussing the trial, appeals, and decision that led to the Miranda Warnings.

Traces the history of Miranda rights in the United States, recounting the events surrounding the Supreme Court case of Ernesto Miranda, an uneducated Hispanic man arrested in 1963 who was convicted based on his own incriminating testimony.

Examines the Supreme Court case involving Ernesto Miranda and the State of Arizona in 1966 that led to the "Miranda" warnings and the rights of accused persons according to the Fifth Amendment.

Presents an introduction to U.S. Miranda rights, including information on how they originated, how they were legislated, and how the protect the rights of the accused.

Discusses the origin of the Miranda rights, and provides opposing viewpoints on the legislation's legality, appropriateness, use by crime fighters, and other related issues.

On June 13, 1966, a divided Supreme Court ruled that suspects must be informed of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to counsel, before they are questioned by the police.