Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI v10) — Question 40

Madison is on trial for allegedly breaking into her university's internal network. The police raided her dorm room and seized all of her computer equipment.
Madison's lawyer is trying to convince the judge that the seizure was unfounded and baseless. Under which US Amendment is Madison's lawyer trying to prove the police violated?

Answer options

• A. The 4 Amendment
• B. The 1 Amendment st
• C. The 10 Amendment th
• D. The 5 Amendment th

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, the 4th Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Madison's lawyer is asserting that the police did not have sufficient justification for their actions. The other amendments listed do not pertain directly to search and seizure issues.