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Investigative Detentions

The proper use of a Mere Inquiry

Under what circumstances can an officer frisk a person?

Recording the police, what are the limits? Fields v. Philadelphia

Unprovoked flight from the police. Illinois v. Wardlow

When can a citizen walk away from an officer, and can that officer follow the citizen? Terry v. Ohio and Michigan v. Chesternut

Brendlin v. California. Can officers detain occupants during a motor vehicle stop?

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