Sunday, 1 March 2020

A criminal defendant was stopped by police after an officer observed him speeding

You are a state court judge who has been presented with the following facts. A criminal defendant was stopped by police after an officer observed him speeding. A computer check showed that the man had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant for his arrest. While he was being arrested, a marijuana joint fell from his pocket. The officer searched his car and found additional illegal drugs. The warrant information was subsequently discovered to be inaccurate in the computer system- it had been dismissed. The defendant files a motion to suppress the drug evidence.
In a 2-3 page essay, describe how would you rule on this motion. Please explain with supporting reasons. Be sure to cite any outside sources used in your work, and follow APA guidelines.
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