The initial stages of a frisk must be limited to _____.

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The initial stages of a frisk must be limited to a pat-down of the outer clothing. This is to ensure officer safety and detect any concealed weapons or other dangerous items. The officer must have reasonable suspicion to believe that the individual is involved in criminal activity to perform a frisk, which is a limited search for weapons. The search of pockets or other 'holding' devices must have additional justification or probable cause. Strip searches are even more invasive and require a higher level of justification.

The Initial Stages of a Frisk Must Be Limited to _____