Confessions
what are Miranda rights?
Miranda rights are what they read to you when you are arrested.
Can the police use your voluntary statements as evidence in court?
voluntary statements while irrational are admissible
what does the right against self-incrimination protect?
It protects individuals from testifying against themselves.
Focus is on ___ of the defendant, not on the_____
conduct, government
How many siblings does Allysson have?
4
When must a Miranda warning be given to a suspect?
before interrogation for any offense
what can happen if you choose to speak up?
once speaking up your answer can be used against you in a trial
can a criminal defendant be forced to testify?
No, they cannot be compelled to take a stand.
Can police encourage someone to commit a crime they wouldn't have attempted?
Police may not induce or encourage a person to commit to a crime that he/she would otherwise not have attempted
how many students are in the class?
24
Is the Miranda warning required before interrogation for any offense?
YES
can the police interrogate you again if you initially refuse to make a statement?
does not violate Miranda
what happens if answers can implicate someone?
they cannot be compelled to answer
how can arrests be valid?
The arrests are valid as long as the government’s conduct is not outrageous and the defendant was predisposed to a crime.
how old is Sebastian?
15
What happened to the prisoner in February 2010 when questioned about the abuse of his son?
the inmate invoked his Miranda rights and pled to the 5th amendment
What rights do you have when the police question you?
have the right to stay quiet
Is self-incrimination a part of the Rill of Rights?
yes, it's a significant privision
what is the “Fundamental fairness”?
required by the due process of the Fifth Amendment.
how many cows are in the world?
1.5 billion
When is a suspect typically read their Miranda rights?
before interrogation for any offense
TRUE OR FALSE
Can your statements be used against you in trial if you choose to speak up?
TRUE
true or false, Does this right apply to all questions?
true
What is the court's focus when evaluating entrapment cases?
Focus is on the conduct of the defendant, not on the government
why is Donald Trump the president?
because they elected him