Explain the practical benefits of the exclusionary rule and how the rule impacts criminal investigations— negatively and positively

What will be an ideal response?


The exclusionary rule relates primarily to cases involving issues of search and seizure, arrests, interrogations, and stop-and-frisk violations. In addition, it pertains to any evidence obtained illegally even though it may be both relevant and material. The exclusionary rule states that courts will exclude any evidence that was illegally obtained even though it may be relevant and material. In a positive light the exclusionary rule curtails the power of the government to unnecessarily or illegally search without probable cause.

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a. use of abbreviations. b. misspelled words. c. lack of clear content. d. use of the passive voice.

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Which one of the following three different threat scenarios is most likely to occur:

a. A diversionary aerial attack on the White House b. Use of a dirty bomb, attacks on nuclear power plants, and diversion of nuclear material or weapons. c. Use of warhead-bearing submarines in several rivers to attack coastal areas d. All of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a process in the intelligence cycle?

A) Processing and exploitation ?B) Collection C) Planning and direction ?D) Prosecution

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A person who is in the business of smuggling undocumented aliens into the state violates the ________ statute

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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