During a traffic stop, the Fourth Amendment prohibits officers from looking into the interior of the vehicle.

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This statement is false. During a traffic stop, officers may look into the vehicle if they have reasonable suspicion that there is evidence of a crime or if there is a concern for their safety. However, the scope of the search must be reasonable based on the circumstances, and officers cannot conduct a search without probable cause or a warrant.

During a Traffic Stop, the Fourth Amendment Prohibits Officers from Looking