In a famous debate in 1761, James Otis called the ____________ "the worst instrument of arbitrary power, the most destructive of English liberty and the fundamental principles of law that ever was found in an English law book."

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In 1761, James Otis made his famous argument against Writs of Assistance, which were general search warrants allowing British officials to search any location they believed might be harboring smuggled goods. Otis argued that these writs violated English liberties and the principles of law by allowing officials to search without probable cause or even suspicion. This argument helped lay the groundwork for future Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures.

In a Famous Debate in 1761, James Otis Called the ____________