Passenger Rights During Search

Summary

In California, passengers in a car being searched due to the drivers felony probation generally have the right to leave unless detained by police. If you wish to retrieve a bag, you can ask, but officers may refuse if they suspect it contains evidence. If detained and drugs are found, you can challenge the legality of the detention or search, focusing on whether it was lawful, if probable cause existed, or if constitutional rights were violated. For specific cases, consult legal databases or a lawyer for guidance.

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What if I have a bag in the car can I ask to grab my bag and then leave
In California, if you're a passenger and want to retrieve a bag during a police search, you can ask the officer. However, they may refuse if they suspect the bag contains evidence. It's best to remain calm and compliant. Would you like more information on handling such situations?
Can you show me cases where people are wrongly accused because they were ordered not to leave in a search similar to this and they were caught with drugs
I can't provide specific case details, but I can offer some general information. In California, if a person is detained during a search and drugs are found, they could challenge the legality of the detention or search. Key points include:
- Whether the detention was lawful.
- If probable cause existed for the search.
- Any violation of constitutional rights.
For specific cases, you might want to consult legal databases or speak with a lawyer who can guide you further. Would you like information on how to find a lawyer?