Search Consent Law Clarification

Summary

The user inquired about the legality of searches conducted without consent or a warrant under North Carolina General Statutes 15A 221. It was clarified that while state law requires consent for a search, federal authorities operate under federal law and are not bound by state laws. However, evidence obtained illegally can be challenged in court. The user was advised to consult a local attorney for specific advice. The user also expressed interest in filing a lawsuit for wrongful imprisonment. They were directed to the North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission and Legal Aid of North Carolina for potential free legal representation.

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In North Carolina the North Carolina General Statutes 15A * says The consent to justify a search must be given by the person to be searched this means federal police and state police need consent to make a search is it illegal for federal court to prosecute a when the state police have no consent to make a search and no warrant to make a
In general:
- Federal courts can prosecute if the search is in line with federal law.
- State laws don't bind federal authorities.
- However, evidence obtained illegally may be excluded in court.
For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
But state police have no consent to make a search
In North Carolina, if state police conducted a search without consent or a warrant, it could potentially be a violation of the Fourth Amendment. This could lead to the exclusion of any evidence obtained in such a search. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.
So is it illegal for federal court to prosecute a case with the state police officer having no consent to make a search and no warrant to make a search
In general:
- Federal courts can prosecute if the search aligns with federal law.
- State laws don't bind federal authorities.
- Evidence obtained illegally may be excluded.
For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
What you mean federal court can prosecute if the search aligns with federal law
Federal courts can prosecute if the search was conducted in accordance with federal law, even if it didn't comply with state law. This is because federal law enforcement agencies operate under federal law, which may differ from state law.
What you mean state law don't bind federal authorities
Federal authorities, like the FBI, operate under federal law, which is nationwide. State laws apply only within that state. So, federal authorities aren't bound by state laws, they follow federal laws. For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
But both state law and federal law is under the North Carolina General Statutes 15A * consent to search law
While North Carolina General Statutes 15A * does require consent for a search, federal authorities operate under federal law. If they believe federal law allows a search, they may proceed. However, evidence obtained illegally can be challenged in court. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.
What you mean
When I say "federal authorities operate under federal law," I mean that agencies like the FBI follow the laws that apply to the entire United States, not just one state. They may conduct a search if federal law allows it, even if state law does not.
So under federal law it's illegal to make a search with out consent or with out warrant
Yes, under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, searches without consent or a warrant are generally considered illegal. However, there are exceptions based on certain circumstances. For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
What is the United States Code
The United States Code is the official compilation of federal statutes (laws) in the U.S. It organizes the laws by subject matter into * titles for easier reference. It's updated every six years with annual supplements for interim changes.
The North Carolina General Statutes 15A * consent to make a search is state law and federal law so is it illegal for federal court to prosecute a case with state police officer having no consent to make a search
- Federal courts can prosecute if the search aligns with federal law.
- State laws don't bind federal authorities.
- Evidence obtained illegally may be excluded.
- For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
The North Carolina General Statutes 15A * consent to make a search is both state law and federal law so is it illegal for federal court to prosecute a case with state police officer having no consent to make a search
- Federal courts can prosecute if the search aligns with federal law.
- State laws don't bind federal authorities.
- Evidence obtained illegally may be excluded.
- For specific advice, consult a local attorney.

North Carolina Bar Association


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Weston Parkway, Cary, NC *
Website: www.ncbar.org
Federal Court convicted me and sentenced me to 108 months with no consent to make a search and with no warrant I done served the time and been released is this wrongly imprisonment
If you believe your Fourth Amendment rights were violated, you may have grounds for an appeal or a lawsuit for wrongful imprisonment. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

North Carolina Bar Association


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Weston Parkway, Cary, NC *
Website: www.ncbar.org
Who in North Carolina provides free legal representation for I would like to file a lawsuit for compensation for wrongly imprisonment
In North Carolina, you can contact the North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission or Legal Aid of North Carolina for free legal representation.

North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC *
Website: www.innocencecommission-nc.gov

Legal Aid of North Carolina


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * S Dawson St, Raleigh, NC *
Website: www.legalaidnc.org
How the North Carolina innocence inquiry commission can help me file lawsuit for compensation for wrongly imprisonment
The North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission can:
- Review your case for potential wrongful conviction
- Present compelling cases to a three-judge panel
- If innocence is determined, it can lead to exoneration and potential compensation
Contact them for specific guidance:

North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC *
Website: www.innocencecommission-nc.gov