Frisks are restricted to areas where suspects may be concealing weapons or other devices that could cause harm to the officer or others.

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Frisks (also known as "pat-downs") are a type of search conducted by law enforcement officers to check for weapons or other dangerous items that a suspect may be concealing. These searches are only allowed in areas where the officer has reason to believe that the suspect may be carrying such items, such as in the waistband of their pants or inside a jacket. Frisks are not allowed to be used as a general search technique without probable cause.

Frisks Are Restricted to Areas Where Suspects May Be Concealing