search and seizure

California Law Would Allow Raids Of Suspected Piracy Facilities Without Warrants

California Law Would Allow Raids Of Suspected Piracy Facilities Without Warrants

By Phil Villarreal 5.19.11

If anti-piracy California legislation becomes law, authorities will be able to enter facilities suspected of pirating movie and music discs and seize equipment without first receiving warrants. [More]

Cops Can Search Your Cellphone Without Warrant, Cali Supreme Court Rules

Cops Can Search Your Cellphone Without Warrant, Cali Supreme Court Rules

By Ben Popken 1.5.11

Cops don’t need a warrant to go through your text messages when you’ve been arrested, the California Supreme Court ruled Monday. [More]