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Motion to Suppress Evidence

Motion asking the court to exclude evidence obtained in violation of the defendant's constitutional rights, typically the Fourth Amendment prohibition against unreasonable searches and seizures.

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Instructions

Identify the specific evidence you seek to suppress (physical evidence, statements, identifications). State the factual basis: describe the search, seizure, or interrogation in detail. Cite the constitutional provision violated (Fourth Amendment, Fifth Amendment, Sixth Amendment). Argue that the evidence was obtained without a warrant, without probable cause, or in violation of Miranda rights. Request a suppression hearing per Franks v. Delaware if challenging warrant affidavit truthfulness.