5th Amendment
1966

Miranda v. Arizona

384 U.S. 436 (1966)

The Supreme Court ruling that anchors one of the POP phrases. Plain-English summary below, with the precise phrase to invoke and when to use it.

Phrase to invoke
"I am going to remain silent and would like to speak with an attorney."

When to use this phrase Timing

Any custodial (post-arrest) questioning. Even on a routine traffic stop, invoking the right preserves it. Once you ask for a lawyer, all questioning must stop until your attorney is present.

The ruling in plain English

The Supreme Court held that statements made during custodial interrogation are admissible only if the suspect was first informed of the right to remain silent and the right to counsel, and knowingly waived those rights. Invoking the right to remain silent or the right to counsel stops the questioning.

Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966)

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