Episode 629 • • 1:06:12 - 1:09:34
629: Passport Terrorists!
Supreme Court Cell Phone Ruling, Exigent Circumstances
The Supreme Court ruled that police generally need a warrant to search a suspect's cell phone, but the decision includes a significant "exigent circumstances" exception. The Department of Justice indicated that agents will use Faraday bags to prevent remote wiping while seeking warrants. Critics argue the "pressing or demanding" nature of exigent circumstances provides a loophole for immediate searches without judicial oversight.