🎴 Flashcard Mode
Evidence
Card1 / 15
Mastered0
Review0
QuestionClick to flip
What is the primary purpose of the exclusionary rule?
AnswerClick to flip back
A
To prevent the admission of illegally obtained evidence.
💡 Explanation:
The exclusionary rule is a legal principle that prohibits the admission of evidence that was obtained in violation of the defendant's constitutional rights. The purpose of the rule is to deter law enforcement officers from engaging in illegal searches and seizures and to protect the privacy rights of individuals.