constitutional search
[/ˌkɒnstɪˈtuːʃənəl sɜːrtʃ/]
nounpl: constitutional searches
revista constitucional
1. A search conducted by law enforcement that complies with constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures, typically requiring a warrant or meeting established exceptions
The police conducted a constitutional search of the suspect's home with a valid warrant issued by a judge.
A polícia realizou uma revista constitucional da casa do suspeito com um mandado válido emitido por um juiz.
2. An investigation or examination of a person, property, or vehicle that respects fundamental rights guaranteed by a constitution
The officer ensured the search was constitutional by obtaining proper authorization before proceeding.
O oficial garantiu que a revista fosse constitucional obtendo a devida autorização antes de prosseguir.
In the United States, constitutional searches are fundamental to criminal procedure law, governed primarily by the Fourth Amendment. In Brazil, similar protections exist under the 1988 Constitution (Constituição Federal), which prohibits unreasonable searches. The concept reflects democratic principles protecting citizens from arbitrary government action in both jurisdictions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
search with proper authorization
comply with constitutional standards
meet Fourth Amendment requirements
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