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The Exclusionary Rule: Purposes, Impact & Legal Defenses

Meta Description: Understand the core purposes of the U.S. Exclusionary Rule—Deterrence, Judicial Integrity, and Constitutional Protection—and how this critical legal doctrine impacts criminal cases involving the Fourth Amendment. Understanding the Foundational Purposes of the Exclusionary Rule The Exclusionary Rule is one of the most consequential, and often debated, principles in American criminal procedure. At its […]

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The Two-Pronged Test: Your Reasonable Expectation of Privacy

Quick Insight: The Fourth Amendment Shield The concept of a “Reasonable Expectation of Privacy” is the central test used by U.S. courts to determine whether a government action constitutes a “search” under the Fourth Amendment. This critical legal principle dictates when law enforcement must obtain a warrant before gathering information. It ensures that the government

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