Regarding consent searches:
I. they require probable cause.
II. they may be authorized by persons other than the owner of the property searched.
III. the scope of the search may be limited by the person consenting.
IV. according to recent case law, the consent to search may be withdrawn at any time.

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Consent searches do not require probable cause (I is incorrect). They can be authorized by someone with apparent authority over the property (II is correct). The person consenting can limit the scope of the search (III is correct). Consent can be withdrawn at any time (IV is correct).

Regarding Consent Searches: I. They Require Probable Cause