Tag: Vehicle searches
Supreme Court Rules on Police Dogs Searching Cars in 2013
In 2013, the Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision that significantly expanded the scope of police searches, particularly those involving man's best friend....
Supreme Court Rules on Police Searches of Passenger Belongings in 2023
The U.S. Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision in 2023 that significantly impacts the scope of police searches during traffic stops. The ruling...
Know Your Rights: Police Can Request You Exit Vehicle in 12 States
In 12 states across the U.S., law enforcement officers possess the authority to request drivers to exit their vehicles during a traffic stop. This...
Police Can Search Passengers Without Warrant in 3 States
In three U.S. states, police officers possess an extraordinary power: the ability to search passengers without a warrant. This authority, granted under specific state...
4 Situations When Police Can Search Without a Warrant
Police officers in the United States conduct approximately 10,000 searches daily, many of which occur without a warrant. While the Fourth Amendment protects citizens...




