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There are very good reasons for evidence obtained by unlawful means to be ignored, even if it would help to catch a criminal.
by enriquto 5y ago
There are very good reasons for evidence obtained by unlawful means to be ignored, even if it would help to catch a criminal.
- jokethrowaway 5y agoI never understood why that's the case. Is it not to encourage unlawful activity? Stealing an example from mr robot, if I break into someone's computer and find evidence that proves they are trafficking underage photos, I don't see why that proof should be ignored , in any circumstances. Sure, charge me as well with breaking into someone's computer, if you can catch me, but don't dismiss my evidence.
- kian 5y agoIt is to discourage unlawful activity on the part of law enforcement.
- bassdropvroom 5y agoSure, and that's probably best. In my original comment, I specifically mentioned that what the FBI is asking for is reasonable providing there is a warrant, which would imply that they're gathering evidence lawfully.