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Exceptions to the Exclusionary Rule in Criminal Procedure Quiz

#1

Which of the following is NOT an exception to the exclusionary rule in the United States?

Probable cause doctrine
Explanation

Not recognized as an exception to the rule.

#2

Which of the following statements regarding the exclusionary rule is FALSE?

It applies universally without exceptions
Explanation

It has exceptions contrary to universal application.

#3

Which case established the 'good faith' exception to the exclusionary rule in the United States?

Herring v. United States
Explanation

Established exception based on law enforcement's good faith.

#4

Under the 'inevitable discovery' exception to the exclusionary rule, evidence may be admissible if it would have been discovered ________.

eventually by lawful means
Explanation

Evidence admissible if it would have been found legally anyway.

#5

Under the 'public safety' exception to the exclusionary rule, evidence may be admissible if it was obtained ________.

for the purpose of protecting the public from imminent danger
Explanation

Admissible if obtained to protect public from immediate danger.

#6

Under the 'independent source' exception to the exclusionary rule, evidence may be admissible if it was obtained ________.

through a lawful source entirely separate from the unlawful activity
Explanation

Evidence admissible if sourced lawfully and independently from illegal activity.

#7

Which U.S. Supreme Court case established the 'inevitable discovery' exception to the exclusionary rule?

Nix v. Williams
Explanation

Case that set precedent for evidence admissibility if inevitably discovered.

#8

In which situation would the 'attenuation' exception to the exclusionary rule likely apply?

When there is a significant time gap between the illegal conduct and the discovery of evidence
Explanation

Gap between illegal conduct and evidence discovery considered for admissibility.

#9

Which U.S. Supreme Court case established the 'public safety' exception to the exclusionary rule?

New York v. Quarles
Explanation

Case establishing exception for evidence obtained to protect public safety.

#10

Which of the following is NOT a consideration in determining whether the 'inevitable discovery' exception applies?

The presence of lawful search warrants
Explanation

Presence of lawful warrants not relevant to this exception.

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