do police have to read you you rights before they put you in jail?
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do police have to read you you rights before they put you in jail?
aressted for speeding-then found out my licesenes was suspended.went to jail and bonded out?
Asked on April 20, 2009 under Criminal Law, Missouri
Answers:
S.B.A., Member, California and Texas Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
No, the police don't have to read you your 'rights' before arrest.
You are thinking of Miranda rights (you have the right to remain silent, anything you say may be used against you, etc). They only apply when you are in custody and being interrogated. If there is a violation of Miranda, the usual consequence is that your statement cannot be used against you at trial. However, the information gained may help police. Additionally, Miranda does not apply to identification/booking questions, just about the facts of the crime. If you answered questions before you were arrested, Miranda did not apply (as you were not yet in custody) and your answers may be used against you at trial.
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