A woman has been detained by the police as a suspect in a series of robberies. Upon being sat down in the interrogation room, the woman asked to speak with her lawyer and stated that she would not make any additional comments until her lawyer was present. Which rights are being exercised in this situation?

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The Fifth Amendment provides the right to remain silent and the right to have an attorney present during questioning. The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to counsel, meaning the suspect has the right to consult with an attorney before and during questioning. Therefore, the woman in the scenario is exercising her Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights by requesting to speak with her lawyer and refusing to make any additional comments without their presence.

A Woman Has Been Detained by the Police as a Suspect