Tag: evidence rules
Courts Require 3 Key Elements for Warrant Validity
Nearly 1.5 million warrants are issued annually in the United States, yet not all withstand legal scrutiny. A warrant's validity hinges on three critical...
Police Can Search Items Visible in Plain Sight
Every year, thousands of cases hinge on evidence found in plain sight. Police officers, acting on what they see, can search and seize items...
Understanding the 5 Key Types of Evidence Suppression
Every year, countless criminal cases hinge on the integrity of evidence. Yet, the manipulation of this evidence—a practice known as suppression—can dramatically alter the...