Webinar Overview
Join Dennis Benigno for an in-depth breakdown of Minnesota v. Dickerson, a landmark Supreme Court case that clarified the boundaries of the "plain feel" doctrine during a lawful frisk.
This webinar will walk you through how officers can lawfully seize contraband discovered during a pat-down, as long as its identity is immediately apparent by touch. Dennis explains the nuances of what constitutes a lawful frisk, the critical language that must appear in your reports, and the legal pitfalls of crossing the line into an unlawful search.
Learn how to effectively use consent-based searches, avoid common mistakes that lead to suppressed evidence, and gain practical, real-world strategies for applying this precedent during street encounters. Perfect for law enforcement professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of Fourth Amendment law and field tactics.