Which of the Following Statements Represents an Argument Against the Exclusionary

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements represents an argument against the exclusionary rule?

• A) The prosecution, not the police officer, feels the immediate impact of the exclusionary rule making the purported deterrent effect on police officers a "wistful dream."
• B) The impact of the exclusionary rule will be felt on the judiciary who will suffer decreased respect as a result of having to take the side of the victim.
• C) The exclusionary rule undermines the purpose of the criminal trial process, where the determination of guilt or innocence is based on available and reliable evidence.
• D) Both a and c are correct.
• E) All of the above are correct.

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