Miranda Rights, also known as the “Miranda warnings,” are a set of rights that law enforcement officers are required to inform suspects of in the United States before they can be interrogated. Here are five important rights from the Miranda Rights, translated into English:
1. The Right to Remain Silent
– “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.”
2. The Right to an Attorney
– “You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you before any questioning if you wish.”
3. The Right to Understand the Rights
– “If you cannot understand the rights I have given to you, please ask me to repeat them and an interpreter will be provided to help you understand.”
4. The Right to Refuse to Answer Questions
– “You have the right to refuse to answer any questions. If you choose to answer any questions, you must understand that anything you say can be used against you in a court of law.”
5. The Right to Have an Interpreter
– “You have the right to have an interpreter at any time during questioning. If you would like an interpreter, one will be provided for you immediately.”