consent search

noun

A warrantless search made by United States law enforcement personnel with the consent of the individual whose person or property is being searched.

Meanings

nounconsent search (plural consent searches)

plural consent searches

  1. A warrantless search made by United States law enforcement personnel with the consent of the individual whose person or property is being searched.
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