Commonwealth v. Bennett

Supreme Court of Pennsylvania March 21, 1967

Commonwealth v. Bennett, 424 Pa. 650 (Pa. 1967)

227 A.2d 823; 1967 Pa. LEXIS 843

Bell, Musmanno, Jones, Cohen, Eagen, O'Brien, Boberts, Roberts

Dissenting Opinion

Dissenting Opinion, by

Mr. Justice Eagen :

The trial in this case occurred in September 1965. Over objection, a confession given by Bennett to. the police was permitted to be introduced in evidence, although, admittedly, at the time it was obtained he was not forewarned of his right to remain silent. This requires the grant of a new trial. See Commonwealth v. *651Jefferson, 423 Pa. 541, 226 A. 2d 765 (1967). The fact that Bennett may have been aware of his rights in this regard is not controlling. See, Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436, 468-69, 86 S. Ct. 1602, 1625 (1966).

I dissent.

Mr. Justice Roberts joins in this dissenting opinion.

Opinion of the Court

Opinion

Per Curiam,

Judgment affirmed.

Reference

Full Case Name: Commonwealth v. Bennett, Appellant
Cited By: 8 cases
Status: Published