What occurs when a suspect invokes their right to counsel?

When a suspect invokes their right to counsel, the correct outcome is that the interrogation must stop immediately. This principle is grounded in the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which guarantees the right to an attorney during criminal proceedings. Invoking this right indicates that the suspect does not wish to proceed with questioning and wants legal representation before answering any further questions.

Stopping the interrogation protects the suspect's legal rights and ensures that any statements made going forward are made with the informed consent of their attorney. This means that law enforcement must cease all questioning and cannot continue until the suspect has had the opportunity to speak with their lawyer.

The other options do not accurately reflect the legal requirements regarding a suspect’s invocation of their right to counsel. For instance, continuing the interrogation without the suspect's consent or implying that questioning can resume later under different circumstances does not align with the protections afforded under the law.