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The Fourth Amendment and the Right to Be Free from Unreasonable Searches and Seizures

The Fourth Amendment and the Right to Be Free from Unreasonable Searches and Seizures

The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution is a vital part of the Bill of Rights, ensuring citizens’ protection from unwarranted government intrusion. This constitutional provision safeguards the privacy and security of individuals by stipulating that “the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches […]