A police officer can search without a warrant if consent is given by a person having authority to give such consent.

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This is known as the "consent exception" to the warrant requirement. The person giving consent must have the authority to do so, meaning they have control over the area to be searched or the item to be seized.

A Police Officer Can Search Without a Warrant If Consent