The exclusionary rule
The exclusionary rule and good faith exception
Discuss the exclusionary rule and good faith exception.
- Explain the purpose and scope of the exclusionary rule. Provide examples of when law enforcement evidence may be suppressed due to the exclusionary rule.
- Explain the purpose of the good faith exception of the exclusionary rule.
- Discuss whether the good faith exception provides an open door to the abuse of the exclusionary rule, or whether it is a reasonable exception.
Include the following:
750 to 1,000 words
Be sure to cite three to five relevant scholarly sources in support of your content. Use only sources found at the GCU Library, government websites/legal case sites or those provided in Class Resources.
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