Criminal Defendants' Rights
Criminal Defendants' Rights
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The Criminal Arrest Process & Your Rights
The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects people against unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. A police officer’s arrest of an individual is a type of “seizure” that falls under this constitutional provision.
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What Are Miranda Rights and When Must They Be Read?
When the police detain someone, they must give “Miranda warnings” before questioning begins to inform the person of the right to remain silent and right to have an attorney present.
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When Do I Have a Right to a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
The Sixth Amendment to the Constitution grants defendants the right to have a lawyer when facing criminal charges that could result in imprisonment.
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When Can Police Search Me or My Vehicle?
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects people against "unreasonable" searches and seizures by law enforcement.