The Fourth Amendment Prohibits government from unreasonable searches and seizures Requires police to have a warrant signed by a judge Warrant must specifically state what is being searched – Exceptions Something illegal that is in Plain view Exigent (urgent) circumstance – In evidence would be destroyed in time to get a warrant » Breathalyzer test Warrant must be based on probable cause – a reasonable amount of suspicion Inspired by Revolutionary war – British soldiers searched homes of colonists The Fourth Amendment The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized
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