Question

1. Probable cause is needed to obtain a valid search warrant. Describe probable cause in detail.

2.Describe the limitations on officers concerning a search incidental to an arrest established in the decision of Chimel v. California (1969).

Answer 1

1.

Search warrant is a judgment of court authorizing the concern person for searching and seizing items in particular.

In the process of getting the search warrant, police must produce probable causes in the court; these are as below:

Proof or evidence of crime: This is the main reason for wanting search warrant. Police should narrate the fact.

Probable connection: Police should specifically mention in writing who are the persons or items probably connected to the crime.

Motive: Police must produce the tentative motive of persons doing crime. It gives idea about the incident before or after the crime.