When must the police read me my rights?

Miranda v. Arizona, a landmark case decided by the United States Supreme Court in 1966, established the requirement for law enforcement officials to inform criminal suspects of their constitutional rights before custodial interrogations. The case revolved around Ernesto Miranda, who was arrested by the Phoenix Police Department on suspicion of kidnapping and rape. During the … Continue reading When must the police read me my rights?

Increase in R&O felony charges result from the government having unchecked power.

Our Legislature must take a look at these type of police abuses. It is unconscionable that a free citizen of this State and this Country is FORCED to comply with literally any request made by a person in uniform. My old football coach used to say that if he said “jump” we should ask “how high?” God forbid if you ask that of an officer in Marquette County; you will probably be arrested for Resisting and Obstructing.