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What Role Does an Anonymous 911 Tip Play In a Lawful Police Search/Seizure?

Posted by Marcia Shein
On April 9, 2025
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Fourth Amendment/Unreasonable Search And Seizure, Police Misconduct, recording police, Search & Seizure

The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the rights of citizens to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. That does not mean that law enforcement officials cannot ever conduct a search or seize evidence. The Fourth Amendment merely requires that the police follow proper procedures. The main procedure is asking a judge for […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On July 13, 2016
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exclusionary principle, Police Misconduct, Search And Seizure

Just recently, the Supreme Court of the United States made a monumental decision that can affect your constitutional rights, guaranteed to you under the Fourth Amendment. Unfortunately, when it comes to your rights, the Supreme Court decision is not good news. Utah v. Strieff The case, Utah v. Strieff, started back in December of 2006. […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On July 11, 2016
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exclusionary rule, Police Misconduct, Search And Seizure

We have previously discussed the recently decided case by the United States Supreme Court, Utah v. Strieff. This case will likely be seen in years to come as a monumental blow to the Fourth Amendment, which protects all U.S. citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. Here, we will discuss the implications of this decision for […]

What Role Does an Anonymous 911 Tip Play In a Lawful Police Search/Seizure?

Utah v. Strieff Impinges Your Constitutional Rights

How Utah v. Strieff Will Impact Your Daily Life