Which rights must be communicated to a suspect before interrogation?

• A. Right to be informed of the charges
• B. Right to consult with an attorney and the right against self-incrimination
• C. Right to a speedy trial
• D. Right to remain silent in all circumstances

Answer: (B)

When a suspect is in custody and facing interrogation, officers must read the rights that protect against self-incrimination and ensure access to counsel. The essential rights to communicate are the right to consult with an attorney and the right against self-incrimination. These protections guarantee that the suspect can have legal advice during questioning and cannot be forced to provide statements that could be used to convict them. While the warning commonly includes the option to stay silent, the concrete, critical pair here is the ability to speak with an attorney and the protection against being compelled to incriminate oneself. The other listed rights pertain to different stages of the legal process and are not the pre-interrogation safeguards being asked about.