Tag: Miranda Warnings

In State v. Jamal Wade (A-31-21/085198) (Decided November 16, 2022), the Supreme Court of New Jersey held that it was error to admit the defendant’s statements after detectives failed to honor his invocation of the right to counsel. The court further found that the error was not harmless in light of the circumstantial nature of the evidence against defendant and his statements’ capacity to undermine his credibility before the jury.
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NJ Supreme Court Order New Trial In Response to Miranda Violation

On By Donald Scarinci

In State v. Jamal Wade (A-31-21/085198) (Decided November 16, 2022), the Supreme Court of New Jersey held that it was error to admit the defendant’s statements after detectives failed to honor his invocation of the right to counsel. The court further found that the error was not harmless in light

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NJ Supreme Court to Clarify What Constitutes Custodial Interrogation Requiring Miranda Warnings
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NJ Supreme Court to Clarify What Constitutes Custodial Interrogation Requiring Miranda Warnings

On By Donald Scarinci

The Supreme Court of New Jersey recently granted certification in State v. Keogh. The case involves the distinction between investigative questioning and custodial interrogation for the purposes of determining whether a Miranda warning is required. Facts of the Case At approximately 7:36 p.m., the Bound Brook Police Department was dispatched

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