Q 14. When is search said to be illegal? Is evidence collected in the course of an illegal search admissible in trial proceedings?
Ans. Search without a valid search warrant (i.e. issued by other than a competent authority or without a search warrant) results in an illegal search without authority of law. However, due to this reason, the accused cannot get benefit. Accordingly, evidence collected even during an illegal search and seizure is considered admissible in trial and adjudication proceedings.
