Can the police legally use parolees and probationers to make controlled buys for them and still get convictions?
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Can the police legally use parolees and probationers to make controlled buys for them and still get convictions?
Asked on June 3, 2014 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Yes; the law does not render evidence gathered with the use of parolees or probationers invalid. It is possible that a skilled lawyer could significantly undercut the value of such evidence, however, by raising questions going to the motivation and trusthworthinesss of these people (for example: are they lying just to get more favorable treatment from the authorities?).
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