Constitutional Issues and Criminal Investigations -

There are several constitutional issues that impact criminal investigations. Two of these are the exclusionary rule and Miranda warnings. Analyze one of these two statements and address the corresponding questions.

-The exclusionary rule is necessary to ensure that people's rights are protected against unreasonable search and seizure and to make sure that criminal investigations are ethical.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why or why not?

What is the exclusionary rule and how is it used? How does it help or hinder criminal investigations?

-Miranda warnings are not necessary because they are not actually required by the Constitution and they do little to protect criminal suspects.  

Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why or why not?

What are the Miranda warnings and what is the case law for using them? How are they used? How does it help or hinder criminal investigations?