The right to have an attorney present during questioning was affirmed by which landmark case?

The landmark case that affirmed the right to have an attorney present during questioning is Miranda v. Arizona. This case established that individuals in custody have the right to be informed of their Fifth Amendment rights, which include the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. The decision emphasized that without being aware of these rights, any statements made during interrogation may not be admissible in court. This ruling ensures that individuals are protected from self-incrimination and have the opportunity to seek legal counsel when facing police questioning.

In contrast, Gideon v. Wainwright focuses on the right to counsel in criminal cases, particularly that states are required to provide an attorney to defendants who cannot afford one; however, it does not specifically address the issue of questioning. The other cases, Roe v. Wade and Plessy v. Ferguson, are significant for different legal principles, namely reproductive rights and racial segregation, respectively, and do not pertain to the right to an attorney during questioning.