Category: Miranda Rights

“You have the right to remain silent.” We’ve all heard it in movies and TV shows, but what does it really mean when those words are directed at you? Miranda Rights aren’t just a script for dramatic police scenes—they’re a cornerstone of your constitutional protections. Unfortunately, law enforcement doesn’t always get it right. If you’re in custody and your Miranda Rights aren’t read, any statements you make could violate your

Protests have sprung up in cities around the United States, and even around the world, in response to the death of George Floyd.

These protests have largely remained peaceful, though some of them have unfortunately spiraled out of control. This has been used by police around the country as a pretext for arresting protestors and shutting down rallies. Too often, this has been accomplished through violent means.

As a protestor,