How the Arizona Supreme Court Clarified the Right to Remain Silent in State v. Melendez
What does it really mean to remain silent? In State v. Melendez, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that vague or hesitant answers aren’t enough—you must clearly invoke your right to silence, or risk giving the prosecution ammunition. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and how to protect yourself.
Understanding the Importance and Limitations of Eyewitness Testimony in Criminal Cases
What does it really mean to remain silent? In State v. Melendez, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that vague or hesitant answers aren’t enough—you must clearly invoke your right to silence, or risk giving the prosecution ammunition. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and how to protect yourself.
Can You Leave the State with Pending Criminal Charges? Here’s What You Need to Know
What does it really mean to remain silent? In State v. Melendez, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that vague or hesitant answers aren’t enough—you must clearly invoke your right to silence, or risk giving the prosecution ammunition. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and how to protect yourself.
Should I hire a lawyer instead of keeping my public defender?
What does it really mean to remain silent? In State v. Melendez, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that vague or hesitant answers aren’t enough—you must clearly invoke your right to silence, or risk giving the prosecution ammunition. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and how to protect yourself.
You need a lawyer even if you are innocent because you cannot defend yourself the way a lawyer will
What does it really mean to remain silent? In State v. Melendez, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that vague or hesitant answers aren’t enough—you must clearly invoke your right to silence, or risk giving the prosecution ammunition. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and how to protect yourself.
