A defendant's silence after receiving Miranda warnings can be used against a defendant at trial in the prosecution's case-in-chief, but not for the purpose of impeachment.

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A defendant's silence after receiving Miranda warnings cannot be used against them at trial in either the prosecution's case-in-chief or for the purpose of impeachment. The Fifth Amendment protects a defendant's right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves.

A Defendant's Silence After Receiving Miranda Warnings Can Be Used