Understanding Your Miranda Rights: What You Need to Know
If you are arrested, you have important legal rights that can protect you. Learn what your Miranda rights mean and how they can impact your case.
1. What Are Miranda Rights?
Miranda rights come from the U.S. Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona (1966). These rights ensure that individuals in police custody understand they do not have to incriminate themselves.
When law enforcement arrests you, they must inform you of the following:
- ⚖ **You have the right to remain silent.**
- 🚔 **Anything you say can and will be used against you in court.**
- 📞 **You have the right to an attorney.**
- 📑 **If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you.**
2. When Do Police Have to Read Your Miranda Rights?
Miranda rights must be read when:
- 🚨 **You are in police custody** – You are not free to leave.
- 📑 **You are being interrogated** – Police are asking questions intended to gather evidence against you.
If police fail to read your rights, your statements may be inadmissible in court.
3. What Happens If You Waive Your Miranda Rights?
If you choose to talk to police without a lawyer, you may unintentionally incriminate yourself. Always request legal counsel before answering questions.
4. What to Do If Your Miranda Rights Were Violated
If law enforcement failed to inform you of your rights:
- ❌ **Do NOT answer any further questions.**
- 📞 **Contact a criminal defense attorney immediately.**
- ⚖ **Your lawyer may be able to suppress unlawfully obtained evidence.**
5. How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help
Hiring an experienced lawyer can:
- ✔ Determine if your rights were violated.
- ✔ Challenge the admissibility of police evidence.
- ✔ Build a strong defense against criminal charges.
🔹 Meet our expert criminal defense attorneys: Alan Tavelman, Gina Tennen, Jacqueline Bretell.
6. Protect Your Rights – Contact Us Today
Understanding and exercising your Miranda rights is crucial if you’re facing criminal charges. Contact us for a **free consultation** today.
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