Exclude Evidence
/ɪkˈskluːd ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definitions
- (v.) To prevent evidence from being introduced or considered in a legal proceeding, often due to its unlawfulness or irrelevance.
The judge ruled to exclude evidence obtained without a warrant.
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- excludes evidence
- excluded evidence
- excluding evidence
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Commentary
Typically involves judicial discretion to maintain fairness and legality in trials; frequently applied to evidence acquired in violation of constitutional rights.
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