Q: I was at work and the police came and threatened me, no warrant, searched me and my car, and arrested me, is this legal?
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The legality of police actions like the one you described depends on whether they followed proper legal procedures. Generally, police need probable cause to search you or your vehicle without a warrant. If they lacked that or didn't have your consent, the search could be illegal, and any evidence they found might be inadmissible in court.
If you were arrested without a warrant or clear evidence of criminal activity, it raises questions about whether your rights were violated. Police are required to follow certain procedures to justify an arrest, like having probable cause or a warrant. If they failed to do so, your arrest could be challenged.
You should consider consulting with a lawyer who can review the specifics of what happened, determine if your rights were violated, and advise you on next steps.
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