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Police do have the right to search your vehicle for any reason they feel is justified. They may have a suspicion of illegal activity and pull you over to search the car.

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Can a cop search your vehicle at any time?

Generally, no - unless there is reason to believe that it was just used in the commission of a felony, the police can not search your vehicle without your permission. So during a routine traffic stop, for example, the police must generally get your permission to search your vehicle. But don't be an idiot - if you're riding around with a loaded .45 under the seat, you're gonna be in trouble one way or another.


Is a warrant for somebodies arrest reasonable cause for police to search a vehicle?

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What amendment can be violated by police officers who need to search a vehicle?

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Can police search your vehicle if it was abandoned after running off the road?

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Can police search a vehicle that was being driven by someone other than the owner?

Yes, police can search a vehicle being driven by someone other than the owner if they have probable cause, consent from the driver, or if the search falls under certain exceptions, such as the vehicle being impounded. However, the owner's consent is typically not required if the driver has control over the vehicle. Additionally, if there are reasonable grounds to believe that evidence of a crime may be found in the vehicle, police may proceed with the search.


Can police search your tractor trailer with out consent?

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What guidelines can Ohio law enforcement search vehicle?

My son was pulled over by local police because music from sons' vehicle loud. The officer called for an additional officer to pull sons' vehicle over. The police then searched my sons' vehicle and sent him on his way - no citation, warning - nothing. The police officer never requested proof of title/ins.


What is the purpose of a police inventory search of a vehicle?

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Can a police officer in Michigan search your vehicle without permission?

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You have every right to say no.


When pulled over for speeding is that probable cause to search vehicle in Florida with a dog and not search inside vehicle only walked dog around vehicle and scratch the heck out of it?

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Can police search your vehicle without consent if you are under 18?

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