Legal Question in Criminal Law in Tennessee
Search & Siezure
Can someone tell me what the search & siezure law would be for a motor home stopped for a routine speeding ticket. Searched because driver seemed nervous according to the officer report.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Search & Siezure
Each state is different. It depends on which state you are in and the extent of the search. If the search was in Tennessee, contact me at www.gsmithlawfirm.com
Re: Search & Siezure
The 4th amendement of the U.S. Constitution protects us from "warrantless" searches with certain exceptions. One of those is the automobile exception, which allows for a broader scope of search because of the mobility of the searched vehicle. Depending upon your circumstances, there may be a valid argument to be made if any criminal charges are forthcoming from the search and the resulting discovery of incriminating evidence. Consult a criminal attorney in your area to more fully discern your situation.
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