Thursday, August 13, 2009

Consent to Search

Without a warrant or other valid exception, the government is not allowed to search one's person or property. This protection stems from an expectation of privacy in the protected areas. Law enforcement often requests permission to search in order to avoid the necessity of getting a warrant. Many feel that law enforcement puts pressure on them to give such permission. Any pressure exerted by law enforcement is improper and illegal. Consent given as a result of police coercion is invalid. You have a right to say, 'No.'Denying consent cannot be used against you.

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