New York Court of Appeals

The People of the State of New York, Appellant v. Dave R. Jones, Respondent

July 3, 197947 N.Y.2d 528

Summary

The Court affirmed the Appellate Division's order suppressing the defendant's confession because police participation created a custodial environment requiring Miranda warnings. The Court also held that the error was not harmless, as the confession could have contributed to the conviction.