Understanding Your Miranda Rights

Most americans think that they understand their Miranda Rights but they dont many misunderstandings

can lead to people accidentally waiving their rights lets review 1.

The right to remain silent You do not have to answer questions from police once

you are in custody, as you cannot be punished for staying silent Say

"Im exercising my right to remain silent" 2. Anything you say

can be used against you in court statements made to police after you are in custody

can be used as evidence, even if they seem harmless Even if the officer is friendly,

words still count as evidence 3.You have the right to an attorney You have the right