Relying on the plain view doctrine, the Minnesota v. Dickerson ruling stated that officers could seize non-threatening contraband, such as drugs, if its identity as contraband is immediately apparent to the sense of touch. What is this exception more commonly known as?

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The exception is commonly known as the plain touch exception, as the officer can seize contraband based on the immediate sense of touch. The other options listed are not accurate descriptions of this exception.

Relying on the Plain View Doctrine, the Minnesota V