GPS Tracking by Police
Overview of Fourth Amendment Issues
As technology continues to advance, what was once thought novel, even a luxury, quickly becomes commonplace, even a necessity. Global Positioning System (GPS) technology is one such example. Generally, GPS is a satellite-based technology that discloses the location of a given object. This technology is used in automobiles and cellphones to provide individual drivers with directional assistance. Just as individuals are finding increasing applications for GPS technology, State and Federal governments are, as well. State and Federal law enforcement use various forms of GPS technology to obtain evidence in criminal investigations. For example, Federal prosecutors have used information from cellular…
