List four situations in which a warrantless search may be justified.

What will be an ideal response?


A warrantless search may be justified in the following situations: (1) the existence of emergency circumstances; (2) the need to prevent the immediate loss or destruction of evidence; (3) a search of a person and property within the immediate control of the person, provided it is made incident to a
lawful arrest; and (4) a search made by consent of the parties involved.

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a. swearing and compliments b. threats and praise c. swearing and threats d. threats and support

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Officers on the street have:

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