You are approaching a house owned by the friend of someone you know just caused a hit -and-run accident. The friend is out on the porch, and you ask him if you can enter the house and look for the suspect. He says
Yes, and you find the suspect. The suspectʹs attorney argues that you did not have a warrant, but the judge
Allows it. What is this an example of?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This is a consent search, as the friend gave permission to enter the house and look for the suspect. The fact that the judge allowed it despite the lack of a warrant is indicative of the consent given by the friend.

You Are Approaching a House Owned by the Friend of Someone