According to California v. Greenwood, can police officers look through garbage left on the curb for pickup?

A) Yes, if it is outside the curtilage, it has been abandoned.
B) Yes, any garbage has “clearly been discarded.”
C) Yes, but only if it is not in a garbage bag.
D) No, it remains the unabandoned property of the owner.


A) Yes, if it is outside the curtilage, it has been abandoned.

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In _________________________, the Court determined that jurors whose opposition to the death penalty is so strong that it would prevent or substantially impair the performance of their duties can be removed

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is done for the purpose of waiting for the anticipated arrival of a suspect who is either wanted for investigation or expected to commit a crime?

A) convoy B) arrest C) inspections D) surveillance E) stakeout

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_________ takes advantage of satellite-based technology

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What rights do criminal defendants have in American courts?

What will be an ideal response?

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