People v. Martin
Supreme Court of California
290 P.2d 855 (1955)
Relevant factsFree
Police seized evidence of illegal bookmaking from two offices in searches Martin argued were unconstitutional, but the state contended Martin lacked standing to challenge the searches because he had denied any ownership interest in the offices or their contents.
IssueFree
Whether, under California law, evidence obtained through an illegal search is inadmissible in criminal proceedings even when the illegal search does not violate the constitutional rights of the defendant.