Explain the relationship of the exclusionary rule to the admissibility of prior inconsistent statements in a criminal trial for the purpose of impeachment.

What will be an ideal response?


If a defendant testifies at trial and makes statements inconsistent with statements made at the time of arrest, the prior inconsistent statement may be used to impeach the defendant even if it was made under circumstances that violated Miranda.

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a. True b. False

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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