mere evidence
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From 387 U.S. 294 - Warden, Maryland Penitentiary v. Hayden · 1967Most cited · 6,382 citing opinions
There must, of course, be a nexus automatically provided in the case of fruits, instrumentalities or contraband—between the item to be seized and criminal behavior. Thus in the case of 'mere evidence,' probable cause must be examined in terms of cause to believe that the evidence sought will aid in a particular apprehension or conviction.