Question

As we learned in class, police must inform people of their 5th and 6th amendment rights when they're being arrested. This is called the "Miranda Speech." Which basic freedoms is this meant to protect?*

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Responses

A
Right to bear arms; privacy
Right to bear arms; privacy

B
Freedom of Religion; Fair and Speedy Trial
Freedom of Religion; Fair and Speedy Trial

C Due Process; States RightsDue Process; States Rights

D
No Self-Incrimination; Right to a Lawyer
No Self-Incrimination; Right to a Lawyer

Answer 1

D

Miranda warnings protect the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination (the right to remain silent) and the Sixth Amendment right to counsel (the right to a lawyer).