1. Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
The Warren Court

2. Ernesto Miranda was arrested by the Phoenix, AZ
police on charges of kidnapping and rape
Wife’s car
Led to him as suspect
Police line-up
While in custody Miranda wasn’t informed of his rights

3. After 2 hour interrogation: Signed a confession
Convicted in court based on his confession
Appeal was based on a violation of his 5th amendment right
of “no self-incrimination”. He was never informed of his
right to remain silent and to have a lawyer present.

4. Supreme Court agrees and orders a new trial without the
signed confession
New Trial – Verdict?????
Miranda was convicted again based on new evidence!

5. Significance: Establishes the “Miranda Rights/Warning”
Suspects must be informed of their rights
before interrogation.