Q: I was at work police came,no warrant said they will break my windows, searched me, my car and arrested me is it legal?
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The situation you described raises concerns about your rights. Generally, police need a warrant to search your property, unless they have probable cause or certain exceptions apply, such as immediate danger or the risk of evidence being destroyed. If they searched you or your car without a warrant, they would need to justify why an exception applied in that moment.
If they threatened to break your windows or did so without proper legal grounds, this could be an abuse of authority. Additionally, if you were arrested, the police should have informed you of the reason and read you your rights, including your right to remain silent and your right to legal representation.
It may be helpful to review the details with a legal professional to determine if your rights were violated and what steps you can take next.
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