Tom, a small-time burglar, is accused of illegally growing marijuana in his house. He claims that cops broke into his house and seized the marijuana without sufficient cause or a search warrant
These cops present the seized marijuana as evidence at the trial. Which of the following rights held by Tom were ignored in this case?
a. voir dire
b. nolo contendere
c. plea bargain rights
d. exclusionary rule
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?