Does it mean anything that the police didn't read me my rights after arresting me for stealing snowboards?
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Maybe and maybe not. If the police asked you questions about the offense after taking you into custody, your lawyer may be able to get those statements "suppressed" -- meaning that the prosecutor cannot use them in court.
This becomes important if you made a post-arrest confession or admission. If you didn't make any statements after being arrested, the failure to "Mirandize" you may not be so significant.
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