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What are the rules when it comes to an officer searching my car?

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What are the rules when it comes to an officer searching my car?

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The United States Constitution protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures. A search warrant is usually necessary before a police officer is permitted to search your person or your property. There are some exceptions to this rule, however. If you give the officer the green light and say that you will not mind if she or he searches your car, then a warrant is not needed. It is important that you understand that you are under no obligation to consent to a search. Do not raise your voice or let your temper get the better of you; instead, simply tell the police officer that you object to any search. Another exception to the need for a warrant is probable cause. If the police officer is in the possession of information that would lead to a reasonable conclusion that a search of your car or person will lead to evidence of an unlawful act or activity or contraband, then your consent is not needed. If you are arrested, the police officer has the right to search your person and also yo

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