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unreasonable search

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From 339 U.S. 56 - United States v. Rabinowitz · 1950Most cited · 4,903 citing opinions

The relevant test is not whether it is reasonable to procure a search warrant, but whether the search was reasonable. That criterion in turn depends upon the facts and circumstances—the total atmosphere of the case.

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