Rights of the Accused
Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
Constitutional requirement for states to provide defense attorneys to criminal defendants charged with serious offenses who cannot afford one for themselves.
Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
Requires law enforcement officials to advise a suspect interrogated in custody of his or her rights to remain silent and to obtain an attorney.
Glossip v. Gross (2015)
The use of drugs, like midazolam, and the severe pain that comes along with it - during the process of execution, does not violate or meet the 8th Amendment's section of cruel and unusual punishment