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Frequently Asked Questions

• What Is A Miranda Warning?
  A Miranda warning advises people of their constitutional right not to answer questions or to have an attorney present before answer any questions.
• Must A Police Officer Always Advise A Person Of Their Miranda Rights Before Asking A Question?
  No. The Miranda warning is only in effect during a custodial interrogation. This means that the person being questioned is in custody or in an environment in which the person does not believe that … more
• If I Am In Custody, How Do I Assert My Right To Remain Silent?
  A suspect who has been arrested need only say I want to speak with an attorney or I have nothing to say now. If the police continue to question the suspect, the police have violated the suspect`s … more

Legal Articles

• Miranda Rights: The Who, What, Where, When and Why
  “You have the right to remain silent.  Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law….” And, so begins many police dramas and legal novels.  Some fans of police dramas believe that a police officer needs to provide every person whom they stop or with whom they speak their Miranda rights.  However, that is not accurate.  The Supreme … more
• What Comes Next After the Arrest?
  Have you been arrested for a crime or are you a suspect in a crime?  The criminal justice process varies from state to state, and the federal criminal justice system has its own rules, procedures, and terms for processing those accused of federal crimes. However, in many cases, the following outlines the general process involved when you are charged with a crime.  Grand Jury … more

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