Based on a rumor that D was involved in a series of burglaries, the police went to D's house and asked if they could search.D consented to the search and the police found stolen property.The search was:

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The search was proper because D gave voluntary consent to the search. The police did not need a warrant or probable cause in this situation because they obtained consent from the individual being searched. The fact that there was a rumor about D's involvement in burglaries does not constitute probable cause. As long as the consent to search is voluntary, the search is lawful. There was no requirement for the police to advise D of his constitutional rights in this situation. If D consented voluntarily to the search, then the search is considered proper even if the police lacked probable cause or a warrant. The police did not need to advise D of his constitutional rights if he gave voluntary consent.

Based on a Rumor That D Was Involved in a Series