Introduction to interrogation law

3 important questions on Introduction to interrogation law

What does the 5th Amendment provide?

No person shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself (privilege against self-incrimination). Also no person  shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law (due process clause). 

What categories of circumstances bear on the question of the voluntariness of a confession?

- Length
- Place
- Manner of detention 
- The existing mental or physical conditions of the defendant 
- Physical abusiveness of interrogators 
- Methods of interrogation 

When is a confession considered involuntary? 

When the existence of one or more of the above mentioned factors demonstrate there was undue coercion. 

The question on the page originate from the summary of the following study material:

  • A unique study and practice tool
  • Never study anything twice again
  • Get the grades you hope for
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Remember faster, study better. Scientifically proven.
Trustpilot Logo