Use the Internet to locate a news article on search and seizure. Ensure that you document the citation information. Analyze the article and identify the legal concepts followed or not followed in the situation, ensuring that you address the following questions in some way in your analysis:
-Did the individuals involved follow the legal guidelines for searches? Why or why not?
-Did the exclusionary rule apply in this situation? Why or why not?
-Provide one example in which the exclusionary rule would apply if the individuals involved had done something differently. Explain.
-Was a warrant used? Why or why not?
-What kind of search took place?
-What was the ultimate purpose of the search?
-What evidence was collected in the search?Outline what you think would have been the steps in collecting this evidence. (If no evidence was actually collected, invent some and outline the steps you think would have been used.)
Please help. I'm totally stuck and tomorrow is my last day to submit any work.
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I am having a hard time finding a good article.
https://www.nytimes.com/topic/subject/search-and-seizure
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/keyword/searches-and-seizures/featured/2
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To locate a news article on search and seizure, you can use a search engine like Google. I will guide you through the process step by step:
1. Open your web browser and go to the Google search engine at www.google.com.
2. In the search bar, enter relevant keywords such as "search and seizure news article" or "recent search and seizure case."
3. Press enter or click the search button to see the results.
Now, let's address the questions you need to analyze using the found news article:
1. Did the individuals involved follow the legal guidelines for searches? Why or why not?
To determine if the individuals followed legal guidelines, carefully read the news article and look for information about how the search was conducted. Pay attention to whether:
- The search was based on probable cause or a warrant.
- The individual conducting the search had proper authority (police officer, etc.).
- The search was conducted in a reasonable manner without violating individuals' rights.
2. Did the exclusionary rule apply in this situation? Why or why not?
The exclusionary rule is a legal principle that prohibits the use of unlawfully obtained evidence at trial. Look for information in the article about whether any evidence was excluded or challenged based on the violation of constitutional rights during the search.
3. Provide one example in which the exclusionary rule would apply if the individuals involved had done something differently. Explain.
Think about a scenario where the individuals involved violated someone's constitutional rights during the search, such as conducting the search without a warrant or without probable cause. In this case, any evidence obtained during the search would likely be excluded from court proceedings if the exclusionary rule is applied.
4. Was a warrant used? Why or why not?
Look for information in the article specifically mentioning if a warrant was used or not. If a warrant was used, the article might provide details about the basis for the warrant (probable cause, specific items to be searched for, etc.). If a warrant was not used, the article may explain why, such as if an exception to the warrant requirement applied.
5. What kind of search took place?
The article should mention what type of search occurred, such as a search of a person, vehicle, home, or digital media. Pay attention to the specific circumstances and the location of the search.
6. What was the ultimate purpose of the search?
Determine the reason why the search was conducted as described in the article. It could be for finding evidence related to a crime, locating a missing person, or any other lawful objective supported by probable cause.
7. What evidence was collected in the search?
Read the article to identify the evidence that was collected. It could include physical items, digital data, documents, or any other relevant material. If the article does not provide specific evidence, invent some based on the details and context provided in the article.
To document the citation information of the news article, make sure to note the following details:
- Author(s) or the name of the news agency
- Article title
- Date of publication
- URL or web address of the article
Remember to properly cite the article using the appropriate citation style, such as APA or MLA, as required by your instructor or institution.
I hope this guidance helps you complete your assignment successfully. Good luck!