Under the Plain View Doctrine, officers may examine items to find serial numbers so they can check to see if they are stolen.

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The Plain View Doctrine allows officers to seize items without a warrant if they are in plain view and the officer has a lawful right to be in the position to have that view, but it does not allow them to manipulate or examine items to find serial numbers.

Under the Plain View Doctrine, Officers May Examine Items to Find