What two conditions are required for a confession to be admissible after Miranda?

What two conditions are required for a confession to be admissible after Miranda?

• A. After Miranda warnings plus voluntary.
• B. Voluntary and after Miranda warnings.
• C. In writing and witnessed.
• D. With a lawyer present.

Answer: (B)

The key idea is that a confession after Miranda is admissible only if two things are true: the person was clearly informed of their rights (Miranda warnings) and the confession is voluntary. The warnings ensure the suspect knows they can remain silent and have legal counsel, and a valid waiver must be knowing and voluntary, assessed by the totality of the circumstances. If the confession is obtained through coercion, threats, or without proper warnings, it’s not admissible—even if it happens after Miranda. Also, having a lawyer present isn’t required for admissibility; the crucial factors are that the rights were properly conveyed and waived voluntarily. Statements can be admissible after warnings if they’re voluntary, regardless of whether they’re written or witnessed.

The key idea is that a confession after Miranda is admissible only if two things are true: the person was clearly informed of their rights (Miranda warnings) and the confession is voluntary. The warnings ensure the suspect knows they can remain silent and have legal counsel, and a valid waiver must be knowing and voluntary, assessed by the totality of the circumstances. If the confession is obtained through coercion, threats, or without proper warnings, it’s not admissible—even if it happens after Miranda. Also, having a lawyer present isn’t required for admissibility; the crucial factors are that the rights were properly conveyed and waived voluntarily. Statements can be admissible after warnings if they’re voluntary, regardless of whether they’re written or witnessed.