Self-Incrimination

When you see a criminal character on a show getting busted, we hear the words that always follow, "You have the right to remain silent..." The Fifth Amendment to the Constitution guarantees due process of law and protects against self-incrimination. The volume discusses to what extent these guarantees extend to teens. Perceived or real teen rights related to cases such as In re Gault, and the impact of the Miranda ruling are explored. Material is drawn from a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources including journals, magazines, and government documents, with particular emphasis on Supreme Court and other court decisions.