A veteran officer is patrolling an established neighborhood and notices a suspicious vehicle. The officer stops the
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A veteran officer is patrolling an established neighborhood and notices a suspicious vehicle. The officer stops the vehicle and asks the driver if he can search the car. The driver steps out and says "I have nothing to hide," and uses a hand gesture directing the officer to the car. The officer searches and finds drugs. The officer arrests the driver for possession of controlled substances.
1. Was the search valid? Explain and use citation
2. Was the arrest valid? Explain and use citation
*The term veteran is used to describe an officer with years of experience.*
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