Being detained by police officers can be a very stressful experience, particularly if you’ve never been in that situation before. Even if you don’t think that you’ll ever have to deal with that type of situation, it’s best for you to know a few important points about your Miranda rights.
The Miranda rights are established by the United States Constitution and were upheld by the United States Supreme Court. That Supreme Court case is how these rights became known as the Miranda rights.
What’s included in the Miranda rights?
Miranda rights include a few specific points. You have the right to speak to an attorney before you speak to the police. You have that right to remain silent because the statements you make to police officers can be used in a court case against you.
How can you invoke your Miranda rights?
You have to clearly state that you want to invoke your Miranda rights. This can be as simple as saying that you want to remain silent or that you want to talk to an attorney. The invocation must not be ambiguous at all.
Once you invoke your rights, the police officers can’t question you in any manner. This means they can’t call in new officers to try to get information out of you, either.
If your Miranda rights are violated, it may impact your defense strategy. Be sure to discuss the matter with someone who knows your side of the matter so you can explore the options you have and make decisions you feel are in your best interests.