If a vehicle with multiple occupants is stopped by a police officer and there is reasonable suspicion of a crime, only the driver is subject to being searched.

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All occupants of the vehicle can be subject to search if there is reasonable suspicion of a crime, not just the driver. This is based on the principle that all occupants may potentially be involved in or have knowledge of the suspected criminal activity.

If a Vehicle with Multiple Occupants Is Stopped by a Police