Unlawful searches refer to actions taken by law enforcement officers without proper authorization or justification. These searches violate an individual's Fourth Amendment rights and are considered unconstitutional.
Related terms
Reasonable Expectation of Privacy: A legal concept that determines whether an individual has a legitimate expectation of privacy in a particular situation.
Plain View Doctrine: The legal principle that allows law enforcement officers to seize evidence without a warrant if it is clearly visible and immediately apparent during lawful activities.
Terry Stop: A brief detention by law enforcement officers based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, allowing them to conduct a limited search for weapons.