Protective Sweep
What is a Protective Sweep? A protective sweep is a search by police without a warrant. It allows police to search an area of your home following …
Illegal Police Stops Okay if Outstanding Warrant
Can evidence obtained through an illegal police stop be used against you in court? The answer to that question has changed since the U.S. Supreme …
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Can police lie about having a search warrant?
You are a guest in the homeowners house. They call the police and say you’re selling drugs there. The homeowner gives police consent to search the house …
Can police knock on my door?
If you are under investigation by the police, can they just walk up to your door and talk to you? Thanks to a recent court decision, …
Police Limited in Drug Dog Searches
Police can’t prolong traffic stops for drug dogs In Rodriguez v. United States, the U.S. Supreme Court has placed limits on prolonging traffic stops. No longer …