Principles of Law Making of Laws

Which of the following Supreme Court cases says if an apparent item of contraband is in plain view, it may be seized?

• Florida v Royer

• Mapp v Ohio

• Coolidge v New Hampshire

• Terry v Ohio

If a "protective sweep" is completed, and contraband not listed on the search warrant is found in plain view in a room not listed on the search warrant, the item may be seized and charges can be filed.

• True

• False

The Exclusionary Rule developed out of which Supreme Court case?

• Florida v Royer

• Mapp v Ohio

• Terry v Ohio

• Coolidge v New Hampshire

Sheila and Jan have T-shirts made that reflect their beliefs about breast cancer. Which 1st amendment right are they exercising?

• Religion

• Press

• Speech

• Petition

The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

• True

• False

A stop is justified in all circumstances except__________.

• an officer doesn't like the way you look

• suspect fits the description of a wanted person

• suspect is present in a crime scene area

• suspect is running away

Which Supreme Court case gives officers the right to "frisk" a person they have legally detained, if the officer believes the person has a weapon?

• Florida v Royer

• Terry v Ohio

• Coolidge v New Hampshire

• Mapp v Ohio

A search warrant may be issued if the officer has reasonable suspicion.

• True

• False

A search warrant must describe the place to be searched and the property to be seized.

• True

• False

What level of proof does an administrator at your school have to have in order to search you or your property?

• Mere hunch

• Probable cause

• None, you're at school

• Reasonable suspicion