The general theory under the Fourth Amendment for inventory searches suggests that

A) a lower level of probable cause, similar to administrative searches, is the necessary level of proof needed prior to conducting inventory searches.
B) so long as probable cause to search exists, no warrant is necessary to conduct inventory searches.
C) inventory searches may be conducted where motor vehicles, containers, or other personal property comes under police custody.
D) inventory searches may be conducted only where motor vehicles or containers within automobiles are involved.
E) as long as the department has a written inventory policy, whether followed or not, the officers of that police department can conduct valid inventory searches.


C

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