5th amendment

No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

This amendment says that a person cannot be tried for the same offence more than once. It also protects from cruel and unusual punishment. It also says that one can not be forced to testfiy aganist themselves.

Legally Blond- Case Scene


The 5th amendment protects all from having to testify against themselves, so they can't incriminate themselves. Like in the clip, this amendment allows the defendant to have a fair trial whether they committed the crime or not.

Miranda rights


The 5th amendment ensures that when you are arrested you are made aware of a few things. Like stated in the Miranda rights you do not have to say anything to the police. You also can get an attorney, and the government MUST get you one if you cannot afford your own.