Discuss the issues regarding computer searches and the following: search and seizure, probable ...

Issues regarding computer searches and search and seizure, probable cause, and
reasonable expectation of privacy are: (1) Are these searches constitutional or are
they Fourth Amendment violations? and (2) What procedures must law enforcement
use to preserve the evidence seized? Generally, searches and seizures of computers
have the same legal requirements as any other type of seizure. Probable cause is
likely established if the suspect is in possession of incriminating data. Treating
computers like a closed container such as a briefcase or file cabinet requires a
search warrant.