Miranda VArizona Established One of the Few Situations in Which a a Defendant

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Essay

Miranda v.Arizona established one of the few situations in which a defendant must be informed of his or her rights.Using the Court's reasoning, explain why they did so.Additionally, consider the many exceptions to Miranda covered in the text.Explain a few of these exceptions and explain why the Court chose to carve out these exceptions instead of simply reversing or overturning the Miranda requirement.

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Definitions:

Iroquois Confederacy

A historic alliance of six Native American tribes in the northeastern United States, known for their political union and influence on American democratic principles.

European Diseases

Infectious diseases introduced by European explorers and colonists to indigenous populations in the Americas, leading to significant demographic declines due to lack of immunity.

Tribal Lands

Designated areas of land that are recognized as being under the control and management of Native American tribes.

Puritan Migrations

The movement of English Puritans in the 16th and 17th centuries, largely to North America, to escape religious persecution and establish communities based on their beliefs.