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The Supreme Court held in Terry v. Ohio (1968) that police officers, based on their street experience but not necessarily probable cause, may stop suspects and pat them down to look for weapons. The Court expanded this category of warrantless searches and seizures in Minnesota v. Dickerson (1993), ruling that a police officer may seize contraband, not just weapons, during a "pat down." However, such contraband must be obvious through the defendant's clothing. Source: The Words We Live By...Linda Monk...2003
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The difference between a voluntary encounter and a Terry stop?
In a voluntary encounter, a person is free to leave and not required to answer questions. In a Terry stop, a police officer has reasonable suspicion that a person is involved in criminal activity and can briefly detain and pat down the individual for weapons.
Can police inquire about your destination when they stop you"?
Yes, police can inquire about your destination when they stop you as part of their routine questioning during a traffic stop or other encounter.
Why did the suspect fail to stop for police during the pursuit?
The suspect failed to stop for police during the pursuit because they were trying to evade capture or escape from law enforcement.
Can police confiscate your keys during a traffic stop?
Yes, police can confiscate your keys during a traffic stop if they have a valid reason to do so, such as suspicion of a crime or for safety reasons.
Can a police officer detain a suspect without a warrant?
Yes, a police officer can detain a suspect without a warrant if they have reasonable suspicion that the suspect has committed a crime or is about to commit a crime. This is known as a "Terry stop" based on the Supreme Court case Terry v. Ohio.
Are you allowed to deny a breathalyzer test during a police stop?
Yes, you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer test during a police stop, but there may be consequences such as license suspension or other penalties.
How did the Terry v. Ohio case change the Fourth Amendment?
Terry v. Ohio, 392 US 1 (1968)It didn't change the Fourth Amendment at all. The US Supreme Court interpreted the Fourth Amendment as allowing the "stop and frisk" procedure to which Terry objected. The Court held the circumstances in the case did not fall under the definition of "unreasonable search and seizure."For more information, see Related Questions, below.
Can a police officer confiscate your keys during a traffic stop?
Yes, a police officer can confiscate your keys during a traffic stop if they have a valid reason to do so, such as suspicion of a crime or for safety reasons.
Are police allowed to take your keys during a traffic stop or search?
Yes, police are allowed to take your keys during a traffic stop or search if they have a valid reason to do so, such as for safety or to prevent you from driving away.
Who is the Chief of Police in Tucson Arizona as of January 2011?
Terry Rozema, a Tucson Police Department veteran of 23 years, will be replacing Terry Tometich, Marana Chief of Police since 2008.
Could police stop a person during a traffic stop could that person be put in a police car and the police get in the car the person driving and take off the person goes to jail without arrest warrant?
yes police can do what they want including kill you
Can police check for wants and warrants without permission during a routine traffic stop?
yes
