Which statement best summarizes the exclusionary rule and its two common exceptions?

Which statement best summarizes the exclusionary rule and its two common exceptions?

• A. Illegally obtained evidence is inadmissible in all contexts.
• B. Illegally obtained evidence is generally inadmissible; exceptions include the good-faith exception and the inevitable discovery doctrine.
• C. The exclusionary rule applies only to Federal cases, not to state cases.
• D. The good-faith exception makes all illegally obtained evidence admissible.

Answer: (B)