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Your Rights: Due Process

Question 12 • Fall 24 American Government/Civics IC

How did the Supreme Court rule in the Miranda decision?

Answer
A
Ernesto Miranda was found guilty on all counts.
B
Ernesto Miranda had been denied his rights.
C
Ernesto Miranda could not be tried twice for the same crime.
D
Ernesto Miranda did not have the right to avoid self-incrimination.

Explanation

The Supreme Court ruled that Ernesto Miranda’s confession could not be used because he had not been adequately informed of his constitutional rights before questioning. This meant Miranda’s rights had been violated, matching choice B. The ruling established that police must inform suspects of rights such as the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney.

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