If a judge is considering excluding improperly obtained evidence, which hearing must (s)he hold? The answer is D, but he may hold a voir dire if (s)he wishes. There is also no such hearing as C.
A)Voir dire
B)Newton hearing
C)Galbraith hearing
D)(S)he does not have to hold the hearing at all

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The judge is not required to hold a specific hearing to consider excluding improperly obtained evidence. The decision to exclude the evidence is at the judge's discretion, and they may choose to simply make a ruling without a formal hearing. However, they may choose to hold a voir dire hearing to determine the admissibility of the evidence if they feel it is necessary. Option C is incorrect as there is no such hearing as a Galbraith hearing in this context.

If a Judge Is Considering Excluding Improperly Obtained Evidence, Which