Question

Baker, CFE, is on a stakeout at the home of Potter, the prime suspect in a large false billing scheme. When Baker arrives at Potter's street, she notices Potter's garbage has been placed on the curb for pickup. Baker believes she could obtain much of the information she needs by going through Potter's garbage. In order to legally sift through Potter's trash and seize discarded documents to be used as evidence, Baker must:

a. Obtain a search warrant
b. Obtain a subpoena duces tecum
c. Obtain Potter's consent
d. None of the above

Answer 1

To legally sift through Potter's trash, Baker must obtain Potter's consent.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order to legally sift through Potter's trash and seize discarded documents to be used as evidence, Baker must obtain Potter's consent.