The general rule is that validly obtained consent does not justify a warrantless search, with or without probable cause.

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Validly obtained consent is one of the exceptions to the Fourth Amendment's warrant requirement, meaning that if consent to search is freely and voluntarily given by someone with authority over the premises or objects to be searched, a search can be conducted without a warrant and regardless of probable cause.

The General Rule Is That Validly Obtained Consent Does Not