What was established in the Miranda decision?

The Miranda decision, established by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1966, requires law enforcement to inform individuals of their rights before custodial interrogation. These rights include the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. This ruling aims to protect the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and ensure that individuals are aware of their legal protections during police questioning. The decision has led to the well-known "Miranda warning" that police must recite to suspects.