Miranda v. Arizona

Ernesto Miranda is Arrested

Mar 13, 1963

Ernesto is arrested for suspected rape and kidnapping.

Ernesto is Denied Representation

Mar 27, 1963

At a preliminary hearing Ernesto is denied legal representation. Counsel objected to Miranda's confession being used against him. This objection is overruled.

Miranda is Convicted

Jun 12, 1963

Miranda is convicted of rape and kidnapping and gets 20-30 months for each charge.

Miranda Appeals

Jun 12, 1965

Miranda appeals his case to the Supreme Court of Arizona, claiming his confession was obtained illegally. The court affirms the case and he appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court.

The Court Will Hear It

Nov 15, 1965

The U.S. Supreme Court decides to hear Miranda's case.

Counsel Submits Argument

Jan 23, 1966

Miranda's counsels John J. Flynn and John P. Frank submit their arguments that Miranda's 6th amendment right to counsel had been violated. Arizona denies this.

Miranda v. Arizona came before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Feb 28, 1966

The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in the case Miranda v. Arizona concerning the Fifth Amendment rights of Ernesto Miranda.

Arizona is Confronted.

Mar 1, 1966

Arizona's past of violating the sixth amendment is brought into view on second day of oral argument.

Ernesto Wins (and Loses)

Jun 12, 1966

Ernesto wins his case against Arizona, but now must have a retrial of the original with a new jury. He is declared guilty again.

Ernesto Tries Again

Feb 15, 1967

Miranda's second trial begins and last nine days.

Ernesto is Guilty

Mar 1, 1967

Miranda is found guilty for the final time after testimony from his wife.