#1
Which of the following is an exception to the search warrant requirement?
Plain view doctrine
ExplanationAllows search without a warrant if contraband is in plain sight.
#2
What is the 'plain view doctrine'?
It allows law enforcement to search without a warrant if contraband is in plain sight
ExplanationPermits warrantless search when illegal items are visible.
#3
Under what circumstances can law enforcement conduct a search without a warrant?
If they have probable cause and the situation is urgent
ExplanationWarrantless search allowed with probable cause and urgency.
#4
What is the 'exigent circumstances' exception to the search warrant requirement?
It allows searches when there is a clear and present danger to life or property
ExplanationPermits searches in emergencies threatening life or property.
#5
What is the 'automobile exception' to the search warrant requirement?
It allows searches of vehicles without a warrant if there is probable cause to believe the vehicle contains evidence of a crime
ExplanationAuthorizes warrantless vehicle searches with probable cause.
#6
Which of the following is NOT an exception to the search warrant requirement?
Plain smell doctrine
ExplanationNot a recognized exception; no warrantless search based on smell.
#7
What is the 'consent exception' to the search warrant requirement?
It allows searches without a warrant if the suspect verbally consents
ExplanationPermits warrantless search with the suspect's verbal consent.
#8
Which Supreme Court case established the plain view doctrine?
Horton v. California
ExplanationLegal precedent for the plain view doctrine.
#9
In which case did the Supreme Court establish the 'automobile exception'?
Carroll v. United States
ExplanationLegal precedent for the automobile exception.
#10
Under what circumstances can border searches be conducted without a warrant?
Whenever there is reasonable suspicion, without the need for a warrant
ExplanationWarrantless border searches with reasonable suspicion.
#11
Which Supreme Court case established the 'inventory search exception'?
South Dakota v. Opperman
ExplanationLegal precedent for the inventory search exception.
#12
What is the 'good faith exception' to the search warrant requirement?
It allows evidence obtained with an invalid warrant to be admissible if law enforcement acted in good faith
ExplanationAdmissible evidence despite an invalid warrant if law enforcement acted in good faith.
#13
What is the 'special needs' exception to the search warrant requirement?
It permits searches without a warrant for purposes other than law enforcement
ExplanationAllows warrantless searches for non-law enforcement purposes.