People v. Bautista
No confirmed citationFebruary 1, 2026
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Cited for
Search Incident to Lawful Arrest
Why it matters
Clarified that evidence discovered during a lawful arrest is admissible even if not in 'plain view,' provided it was found within the suspect's immediate area of control. The arresting officer may search the person and the area within their immediate reach to prevent access to weapons or evidence.
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