Author - Stacie Patterson
US Supreme Court Limits When Car Can Be Searched After Traffic Arrest
In Arizona v. Gant, the United States Supreme Court limited when the police can search a car after the car's driver has been arrested. The Court ruled that police officers may not search a car because the driver has been arrested unless the search is designed to ensure the officers' safety or prevent the destruction of evidence. Once the driver has been arrested, handcuffed and placed in the police squad car, officers should no longer fear for their safety or need to prevent the destruction of evidence by the arrestee. Consequently, if the police cannot reasonably believe that the arrestee could have gotten inside his car or that evidence related to the crime s/he was arrested for, the police cannot lawfully search the arrestee's car.
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Stacie L. Patterson
Law Office of Stacie L. Patterson
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San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 269-8074
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The Law Office of Stacie L. Patterson is a boutique criminal defense firm in San Diego committed to providing high-quality and cost-effective services in a caring, honest and aggressive manner. Ms. Patterson is a solo practitioner and gives each of her clients individualized attention. If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Attorney Patterson directly at (619) 269-8074 or by email 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Stacie L. Patterson
Law Office of Stacie L. Patterson
110 West C Street, Ste. 2200
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 269-8074
www.spattersonlaw.com
