In a criminal prosecution, the burden lies on ________ to demonstrate that a suspect knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waived his or her Miranda rights.

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The government (prosecution) has the burden to prove that a suspect's waiver of Miranda rights was made knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently. This is to ensure that any statements made by the suspect in custody are admissible in court.

In a Criminal Prosecution, the Burden Lies on ________ to Demonstrate