3: Unreasonableness and PC Flashcards
When is PC always required?
Warrants & arrests
Staleness
Whether there is presently PC to search
Standard for PC
Fair probability; substantial chance or basis
Test for PC
Totality of the circumstances
Is PC evaluated objectively or subjectively?
Objectively
Is PC presumptively required for a valid search?
Yes
What is normally required for searches?
PC and a warrant
What is normally required for public arrests?
PC (a warrant is not required)
Is it reasonable to arrest for misdemeanors & violations based on PC?
Yes, if the statute permits an arrest
What are the textual requirements of a warrant?
PC, under oath/affirmation, satisfy particularity, and neutral & detached judicial officer
Any extra constitutional requirements for a warrant?
Properly executed per Supreme Court
Is the knock and announce rule bright line or case-by-case?
Presumptively required, case by case
PC to arrest requirements
(1) Particular individual and
(2) Committed or is committing particular offense for which an arrest is authorized
PC to search requirements
(1) Something that can be searched or seized by the gov (2) is presently (3) in the specific place to be search