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Why was the Miranda ruling such a critical turning point in American justice?

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Answer:The Supreme Court, under Chief Justice Earl Warren, agreed. In a 5-4 ruling, the Supreme Court reversed the Arizona Supreme Court decision and declared that Miranda's confession could not be used as evidence in a criminal trial.

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