Civil Service Supervisor Practice Exam

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What must a suspect be informed of prior to interrogation according to the Miranda ruling?

The identity of the arresting officer
Their rights to an attorney and against self-incrimination
The specific charges against them
The potential consequences of their statements

The correct answer is: Their rights to an attorney and against self-incrimination

A suspect must be informed of their rights to an attorney and against self-incrimination prior to interrogation as mandated by the Miranda ruling. This ruling, established in the Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona (1966), protects the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and ensures the Sixth Amendment right to counsel is respected. This requirement is crucial because it allows individuals to make informed decisions about whether to speak to law enforcement during an interrogation, knowing they can seek legal counsel and that anything they say can be used against them in court. This leads to fairer legal processes and protects individuals from coercive interrogation tactics. While the other choices may pertain to broader aspects of police procedures or legal rights, they do not reflect the specific requirements established by the Miranda ruling concerning what must be communicated to suspects prior to questioning.