Officers knock on an apartment door looking for a male suspect.A female opens the door and the officers learn from her that the suspect is not present and that she is his live-in girlfriend.The officers want valid consent to search.They

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The officers may obtain consent from the girlfriend, as she is a resident of the apartment and has apparent authority to give consent to search. They do not need to wait for the suspect to return or inquire about her financial contributions. Asking the apartment manager is not necessary as the girlfriend is present and able to grant consent.

Officers Knock on an Apartment Door Looking for a Male