W5IPGP: The Exclusionary Rule

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For this nation to be truly successful in the ongoing fight against crime, many argue that the exclusionary rule needs to be abolished. Others argue that the U.S. Supreme Court has already eroded the Fourth Amendment and the exclusionary rule significantly, and nothing more needs to be done. The task for your group is to recommend, as a group, a policy position on the subject of the exclusionary rule. Should the exclusionary rule be expanded, contracted, or should it remain in its current state?

  • Make a post of 5–7 paragraphs discussing the exclusionary rule.
  • What is the purpose of the exclusionary rule? Explain.
  • Explain the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine. Why is it considered important?
  • Currently, do you feel the exclusionary rule limits law enforcement in their ability to fight crime? If so, do you believe the current limitations to be too much? Explain.
  • With regard to the U.S. Constitution and civil liberties, what are the arguments for and against the exclusionary rule? Explain.
  • Do you believe the exclusionary rule should be kept as it is, kept and modifies, or gotten rid of? Explain your position.

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Running Head: EXCLUSIONARY RULE

Exclusionary Rule
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EXCLUSIONARY RULE
Exclusionary rule
Introduction
Exclusionary rule found within the United States constitutional law states that proof from
someone forced to talk may not be allowed in court. Also, evidence conveyed from an unlawful
search of property may not be used in court. The exclusionary rule, established by the Fourth
Amendment prevents law enforcement personnel from searching and seizing people’s property
unlawfully. If the defendant’s property is illegally searched or seized, the information obtained in
the search will not be used in court. It was initiated by the U.S Supreme Court making it a courtmade rule and has been present since the 1900s (Thaman, 2...


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