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Motion to Suppress

MO-shun tuh suh-PRES
A legal motion filed in court asking the judge to exclude evidence from trial on the grounds that it was obtained illegally.
The defendant filed a motion to suppress evidence seized by the police during a warrantless search of his car.
Weeks v. United States (1914) - The Supreme Court established the exclusionary rule, which prohibits the use of evidence obtained in violation of the Fourth Amendment.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common grounds include illegal searches and seizures, violations of Miranda rights, and attorney-client privilege.

If the motion is granted, the evidence will be excluded from trial.

Even if the motion is denied, the defendant may be able to appeal the ruling.

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