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We the People: The Right to Remain Silent

2025/3/27
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The chapter discusses the iconic phrase 'You have the right to remain silent' commonly seen in cop shows and movies, its origins, and how it connects to the Fifth Amendment.
  • Miranda Rights are derived from the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
  • Despite being well-known, many people waive their rights and speak to police.
  • The Framers intended to protect individuals from government power abuse in court.

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The Fifth Amendment. You have the right to remain silent when you're being questioned in police custody, thanks to the Fifth's protection against self-incrimination. But most people end up talking to police anyway. Why? Today on Throughline's *We the People: *the Fifth Amendment, the right to remain silent, and how hard it can be to use it.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)