Can Police Search Your Home Without A Warrant?

Search warrant required in Tucson Arizona

People have a greater expectation of privacy in their homes than in their cars.  Thus, the Fourth Amendment generally requires police to get a warrant before entering or searching a house.  This protection applies to anyone living in a home, whether they are homeowners, renters, or even overnight guests. If the police search without a…

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When Can Police Search Your Car?

Tucson police officer searched car after traffic stop

We all expect some degree of privacy, even while driving around in public.  In fact, the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution provides us all with the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures.  Generally, this means that police must obtain a warrant before they conduct a search.  However, there are all…

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