Warrant and Searches

what are the requirements for a valid warrant

probable cause, neutral magistrate, particularity, and reasonable execution

what does particularity mean

the warrant specifies the place and the people/items to be searched

what is the plain-view doctrine

police may seize immediately apparent evidence when lawfully present

what is the automobile exception

police may search a vehicle based on probable cause, within constitutional limits.

what are the exigent circumstances

a genuine immediate emergency that can justify warrantless police action

what is voluntary consent

a voluntary agreement that can permit a search without a warrant or probable cause

what limits a consent search

the scope of the person’s consent

what are 5 warrantless-search pathways

exigent circumstances, terry stop/frisk, automobile exception, search incident to arrest, and consent