consent search
- A type of search without a warrant that takes place when a person with authority over the location or items to be searched willingly agrees to the search
- The police asked if they could conduct a consent search of the vehicle, and the driver agreed.
- Without a warrant, the officers were reliant on the tenant's agreement to do a consent search in the apartment.
- In order to proceed with the consent search, the officers made sure that the individual had authority over the premises.
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