What is the Fourth Amendment? The 4th Amendment to the United States Constitution provides: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.” What protections does it provide? The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution provides all citizens the right to be free from unreasonable … [Read more...]