If an officer was specifically patting down a suspect for weapons, but came across an item in the person's pocket that was in a shape consistent with contraband, such as narcotics, would the officer be able to seize the item and arrest the person?
a. No, they can never seize evidence unless they, in fact, know what the item is in advance.
b. Yes, but only if the person consents to the
removal of the objects.
c. No, the officer can only seize the item if it was, in fact, a weapon.
d. Yes, the officer can seize the item.
d
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