It varies from jurisdiction, but there are places where the last line in the Miranda warning is such...
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Do you understand each of these rights I have explained to you? Having these rights in mind, do you wish to talk to us now?
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It is on the law enforcement official to be certain that you completely understand your Miranda Rights. A simple "Yes I understand. I choose to remain silent and speak to an attorney." is a nice phrase to remember.
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Last edited by Push-Pull; 06-20-2010 at 11:59 AM..
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