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Multistate Bar Examination Practice Question

During a criminal trial, the judge admitted evidence obtained through a search that the defendant claims violated the Fourth Amendment. The jury subsequently found the defendant guilty. On appeal, the defendant’s attorney argues that the admission of the evidence was a reversible error. Under which of the following circumstances would an appellate court most likely reverse the conviction?

  • The improperly admitted evidence had a significant effect on the jury’s verdict.

  • The trial judge admitted the evidence without specifying their reasoning.

  • The defendant failed to object to the evidence at trial but raised the issue during appeal.

  • The improperly admitted evidence was cumulative and similar to other evidence presented at trial.

Multistate Bar Examination
Criminal Law and Procedure
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