In a criminal case, if evidence is not gathered properly, such as by a search that violates Fourth Amendment rights, then at trial that evidence is:

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Evidence gathered in violation of the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, is typically excluded from trial under the exclusionary rule. This rule prevents evidence obtained through unconstitutional methods from being used in court to ensure that law enforcement adheres to constitutional standards. None of the provided choices accurately describe this principle.

In a Criminal Case, If Evidence Is Not Gathered Properly