Sanchez v. Colorado
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Defendant-petitioner Ricardo Sanchez appealed his conviction for first degree murder, arguing, inter alia, the trial court erred in denying his motion to suppress statements he made to New Mexico police shortly after his arrest, in violation of his Miranda rights. Specifically, he objected that he was not advised of those rights, and did not understand he would not ultimately be obligated to pay for an appointed attorney. The court of appeals rejected petitioner's argument, concluding that the advisement he received concerning his right to appointed counsel was sufficient to convey that if he could not afford an attorney, one would be provided free of charge. Upon review, the Supreme Court found no reversible error and affirmed the court of appeals.
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