Question

question 4 of 20
how were the miranda v. arizona and gideon v. wainwright cases similar?
a. in both cases, the supreme court ruled in favor of limiting religious expression in schools.
b. both cases resulted in expanded civil liberties for students in public schools.
c. both cases resulted in expanded protections for people accused of crimes.
d. both cases dealt with creating a balance between civil liberties and the public interest.

Explanation:

In Miranda v. Arizona, the Supreme - Court established that suspects must be informed of their rights (right to remain silent, right to an attorney) before police interrogation. In Gideon v. Wainwright, the Court ruled that states must provide an attorney to defendants who cannot afford one. Both cases expand protections for those accused of crimes.

Answer:

C. Both cases resulted in expanded protections for people accused of crimes.