When an officer on foot patrol observes a car parked on the street,looks inside and sees drugs,it falls under plain view.

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This is a correct application of the plain view doctrine, which allows police officers to seize evidence that is in plain view during a lawful observation or search. The officer did not need a warrant because the drugs were in plain view and easily observable.

When an Officer on Foot Patrol Observes a Car Parked