Tag: Searches
Explainer: Do Cops Really Use Baby DNA To Solve Crimes?
Earlier this week, Wired Magazine reported that cops in New Jersey used baby DNA to charge the child’s father. It’s as crazy as it sounds.
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What Do You Have To Tell Police During A Search?
During a search by law enforcement, you do not have to tell the police much. At most, you will have to identify yourself.
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When Can Police Search a Person’s Car?
Police can search a person’s car with a warrant or with consent. But you don’t have to consent to a search under any circumstances.
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When Can Police Search a Person’s Home?
Police can only search a person’s home in certain circumstances. But, if you consent to a search, those circumstances don’t have to apply.
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What Is the Federal Prison Intake Process Like?
Going through the federal prison intake process can be scary. Knowing what to expect can help.
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Are You Required to Consent to a Cavity Body Search in Prison?
Sometimes. Outside of prison, you have a reasonable right to privacy. When you enter prison, things change.
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