Suppression

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-004789",
  "term": "Suppression",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "The act by a court of excluding evidence from consideration in a legal proceeding. This occurs when evidence is obtained in violation of a defendant's constitutional rights, such as through an illegal search or seizure. A successful motion to suppress evidence can significantly impact the prosecution's case, often leading to dismissal of charges.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/suppression/"
}