John A. StephenFrom John A. StephenPatrolA Fine LineWhen does a voluntary conversation between a citizen and an officer become a seizure?February 28, 2003PatrolConsent to SearchIn a motor vehicle, it may not always be clear who has authority to grant permission for a search.October 31, 2002PatrolEmergency Entry Without a WarrantRestating the obvious, a police officer should obtain a warrant before conducting a search.August 31, 2002Page 1 of 1