The Exclusionary Rule

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The court ensures the rights of an individual is protected in the court of law. An individual is innocent until proven guilty. Sufficient evidence must be presented in court to prove that the person is guilty of a crime. The exclusionary rule is used to prevent police misconduct. If a police officer obtains evidence illegally it can not be used in court unless there is proof that the evidence was secured in constitutional manner. This rule protects an individual from any police misconduct and it also deters the police from misconduct. This rule is important for any individual who feels that their fourth amendment right were violated. It serves as a remedy for defendants whose rights have been infringed upon. This rule does make sense in certain

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