Warrantless Home Searches
The “Community Caretaking” Exception to the Fourth Amendment
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The Fourth Amendment to the U.S Constitution protects “the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures.” The Supreme Court has interpreted this as requiring the police to obtain a judge-approved warrant in most instances before searching the body or possessions of a suspect. …
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Foreword
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College Athletics, Gay Rights and the Affordable Care Act on the Docket
NCAA v. Alston, Fulton v. City of Philadelphia, Texas v. California and Others
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Torres v. Madrid
The Court Rules Police Shootings Constitute an Arrest
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The Constitution’s Warrant Requirement
Overview of Fourth Amendment Search Cases
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1st Circuit Holding on Warrantless Home Searches
Legality of “Community Caretaking” Exception to the Fourth Amendment
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Before the Court in Caniglia v. Strom
The Justices Weigh in “Community Caretaking” Searches of Homes
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Glossary
Definition of Common Legal Terms Used in Supreme Court Debates
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Pro & Con
Are Homes Protected From Warrantless “Community Caretaking” Police Searches?
