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Before a law enforcement officer may questions you regarding the possible commission of a crime, he or she must read you your Miranda Rights. He or she must also make sure that you understand them.
The Miranda rule was developed to protect the individual's Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination. The Miranda warning ensures that people in custody realize they do not have to talk to the police and that they have the right to have an attorney present before any questioning can take place. |
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- You have the right to remain silent and refuse to answer questions. Do you understand?
- Anything you do say may be used against you in a court of law. Do you understand?
- You have the right to consult an attorney before speaking to the police and to have an attorney present during questioning now or in the future. Do you understand?
- If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you before any questioning if you wish. Do you understand?
- If you decide to answer questions now without an attorney present you will still have the right to stop answering at any time until you talk to an attorney. Do you understand?
- Knowing and understanding your rights as I have explained them to you, are you willing to answer my questions without an attorney present?
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Our advise to you is that, in the event you are ever put into the situation to have a law enforcement officer read you your rights, you immediately inform him or her that you do not wish to speak to them, or make a statement, without an attorney present. By law, at that point, they are not allowed to question you any further.
We all recognize the need for effective law enforcement, but we should also understand our own rights and responsibilities. Everyone, including a minor, has the right to courteous and respectful police treatment.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at (978) 372-7758 |
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