Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in California

Can a policeman ask to view and ease pictures on a celular phone?

Pictures were taken of a car licenses plate.


Asked on 9/28/10, 5:57 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

You don't have to, and it is usually a bad idea to, consent to a search of your cell phone. It is also a bad idea to speak to the police. But if the policeman has reason to believe there's evidence on your cell phone that's relevant to a crime, he can get a search warrant for it.

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Answered on 10/03/10, 6:06 pm


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