Mystery – June 13

You have the right to remain silent.
Anything you say can be used against you in a court of law.
You have the right to talk to a lawyer and have them present with you while you are being questioned.
If you cannot afford to hire a lawyer, one will be appointed to represent you before any questioning if you wish.
You can decide at any time to exercise these rights and not answer any questions or make any statements.

On this date in 1966, the US Supreme Court decided in Miranda v. Arizona that all criminal suspects must be advised of their rights before being questioned by law enforcement authorities.

Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist deliberately confuses a suspect about his/her Miranda rights to extract some important information.

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