Is there ever any reason to bring the evidence itself(pot)to court?

It seems that the search and seizure itself is the sole issue, and the evidence gleaned something not at issue.

I cannot think of a circumstance where the drugs would ever be need to be admitted. Usually a picture will do for purposes of the suppresion hearing, if needed at all. In fact, if the drugs are admitted as evidence in your hearing, the drugs are admitted as evidence and the property of the clerk. Accordingly, if you feel you must admit the drugs in your suppression hearing, make sure the marijuana has been analyzed by DPS prior to admitting it.

Thanks! Makes sense.