Miranda v. Arizona: Oral Arguments and Court Questions

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What were the main questions before the Court in Miranda v. Arizona?

  • Whether the police had violated the defendant's Fifth Amendment rights (correct)
  • Whether the police had used excessive force during the arrest
  • Whether the defendant had been denied the right to counsel
  • Whether the defendant had been denied the right to a fair trial

What were the main arguments for both sides during the oral arguments in Miranda v. Arizona?

  • The prosecution argued that the defendant was read his rights, while the defense argued that he was not
  • The prosecution argued that the confession was voluntary, while the defense argued that it was coerced (correct)
  • The prosecution argued that the defendant was not in custody, while the defense argued that he was
  • The prosecution argued that the confession was coerced, while the defense argued that it was voluntary

What was the central issue regarding Fifth Amendment rights in Miranda v. Arizona?

  • The right to confront witnesses
  • The right against self-incrimination (correct)
  • The right to a speedy trial
  • The right to a public trial

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