What is the applicable standard of review for a motion to suppress?

The applicable standard of review is well stated in People v. Middleton (2005) 131 Cal.App.4th 732. "In reviewing the denial of a motion to suppress, an appellate court defers to the trial court's express or implied findings of fact that are supported by substantial evidence, but must independently determine the relevant legal principles and apply those principles to the trial court's findings of facts to determine whether the search was constitutionally reasonable. [Citations.] '[T]he power to judge the credibility of the witnesses, resolve any conflicts in the testimony, weigh the evidence and draw factual inferences, is vested in the trial court.' [Citation.] If factual findings are unclear, the appellate court must infer 'a finding of fact favorable to the prevailing party on each ground or theory underlying the motion.' [Citation.] However, if the undisputed facts

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