Miranda v. Arizona

     After a reporting of a kidnapping and sexual assault, in Phoenix Arizona, Ernesto Miranda was arrested. Two weeks later, Miranda was held at prosecution  and was convicted of kidnapping and rape, receiving a twenty year life sentence. Miranda argued the Fifth and Sixth Amendments were violated by the police. However, the state of Arizona countered his argument by stating Miranda was fully aware of police procedures because he’s continually encountered them before.  They also argued the prosecution was valid, his conviction was based on Arizona law and his imprisonment was just. However with a 5 to 4 vote, the Court overturned Miranda’s conviction. 

     I believe it was a significant part of American History because it changed the process of police interrogation. It also showed the public the importance of our law and when it should be used. Miranda was withheld of the Fifth Amendment rights, because he was forced to confess. Even though he won this battle, he was later put in jail for another crime.