Miranda vs. Arizona:
Details: Ernesto Miranda was charged with rape, kidnapping and robbery. He was never told his rights before the police interrogation.
Decision: 5 votes for Miranda and 4 votes for United States. Because the police had not told Miranda his rights before being arrested, the majority of the court voted for him.
Lasting Effect: In this case, people should be informed of their legal rights before they are arrested. This case violated the 5th amendment.
Important: The person being accused should be read their rights before being questioned.
Decision: 5 votes for Miranda and 4 votes for United States. Because the police had not told Miranda his rights before being arrested, the majority of the court voted for him.
Lasting Effect: In this case, people should be informed of their legal rights before they are arrested. This case violated the 5th amendment.
Important: The person being accused should be read their rights before being questioned.