What is probable cause? What does the 4th. Amendment protect citizens against? What are the different types of evidence? What three elements help to determine a suspect? All investigations are broken down into two main parts Preliminary and the follow up
a) Probable cause is necessary for search warrants; the 4th Amendment protects against unreasonable searches; evidence types include direct, circumstantial, and testimonial; elements include motive, opportunity, and means.
b) Probable cause is needed for arrest warrants; the 4th Amendment safeguards against self-incrimination; evidence types are forensic, documentary, and physical; elements include intent, alibi, and witness statements.
c) Probable cause is crucial for police searches; the 4th Amendment guards against illegal detentions; evidence types consist of digital, trace, and scientific; elements include confession, alibi, and motive.
d) Probable cause is required for wiretaps; the 4th Amendment defends against unreasonable seizures; evidence types encompass hearsay, documentary, and demonstrative; elements include intent, alibi, and opportunity.
