What are your Miranda rights?

Many cop shows or films featuring law enforcement will focus on the Miranda rights, given to a person who is either being arrested or has already been put into police custody.

However, many people do not understand how Miranda rights actually work in reality, which can serve as a major detriment.

Defining Miranda rights

Miranda Warning discusses Miranda rights and how they apply in reality. First, what is the Miranda warning? This warning is given by police to a person in custody that they wish to interrogate. It highlights the individual’s Miranda rights.

The Miranda rights include a right to remain silent in order to avoid self-incrimination, as well as the right to a personal attorney. If a person cannot afford an attorney, they will be provided one.

The officer must also ensure that the person understands their rights before they choose whether or not to forfeit them. If an individual does not want to forfeit their rights, they should clearly state that they will invoke their right to remain silent and then remain silent until they can get in touch with an attorney.

Do not forfeit your rights

Many people will forfeit their right to remain silent because they want to prove their innocence, which they think they can do through interrogation. Some even think that only guilty people will rely on their Miranda rights.

In reality, Miranda rights exist to protect everyone, even if they are innocent. Self-incrimination can happen to anyone, and often does happen to innocent people, making it important to understand these rights and utilize them.