Gavel To Gavel: Student Perspectives on Supreme Court Landmarks

Welcome to Gavel to Gavel (Season 2)

In this episode, Federal Judge Jen Wilson introduces the season and explains the rights of the accused. Students learn why these rights are important and how they protect fairness in the justice system.

Your Right to Stay Silent (Miranda v. Arizona)

In this episode, we learn why police must tell people their rights before questioning them. This helps students understand their rights and how they are protected.

Asking for a Lawyer (Escobedo v. Illinois)

In this episode, we explore how the Court said people have the right to a lawyer during questioning. This helps students understand the importance of having help when facing serious situations.

Sharing Important Evidence (Brady v. Maryland)

In this episode, we learn that prosecutors must share important evidence with the defense. This helps students understand that fairness means everyone gets the full story.

Waiting for Trial (Barker v. Wingo)

In this episode, we discover how the Court decided what counts as a “speedy trial.” This helps students understand why it’s important not to wait too long for justice.