Miranda v. Arizona took place in 1966. The historical significance of the Supreme Court’s decision in Miranda v. Arizona is suspects must be read their rights upon arrest. The case was appealed to the Supreme Court after Miranda was arrested. In his interrogation, Miranda signed a confession to the charges; however, Miranda was never informed of his right to counsel. In the Arizona court hearing Miranda’s case, Miranda’s lawyer attempted to get the judge to throw out the statement because Miranda was not informed he had his right to not self-incriminate. The statement was not excluded and Miranda was convicted of his charges.
Miranda, the plaintiff, argued that without being informed of his right to counsel, he was unable to know of his right
Miranda, the plaintiff, argued that without being informed of his right to counsel, he was unable to know of his right