When arresting a suspect for a misdemeanor, the officer must have reasonable suspicion to believe the suspect is dangerous to conduct a search incident to arrest.

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When arresting a suspect for a misdemeanor, the officer must have probable cause to make the arrest, and the search incident to arrest does not require the officer to have reasonable suspicion that the suspect is dangerous; it is allowed as part of the arrest process to ensure officer safety and preserve evidence.

When Arresting a Suspect for a Misdemeanor, the Officer Must