Amendment IV – Search and Seizure
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
How does a system of warrants based on probable cause protect the rule of law?
It prevents government officials from making unnecessary mistakes in an investigation.
It provides government officials with the tools to safely enter a citizen's home.
It protects citizens from being required to participate in police investigations.
It protects citizens from government officials acting on personal bias or for personal gain.