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I’m not wrong. Border guards do not need a search warrant. The law is very clear on this.

www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2232

They don’t need a warrant to search. I’m going to assume he’s being charged with obstruction of justice. (Could be wrong)

It’s a big nothing burger.

Border agents in an airport absolutely can do warrantless searches.

I’m not an expert, but I don’t believe that applies to airport points of entry. Regardless, if you’re going to something as suspicious as wiping your phone while at a point of entry, consulting a lawyer beforehand is just a reasonable thing to do.

You may think some laws are bullshit, (ie: sovereign citizens) but you are still governed by those laws.

All I am saying is be informed.

www.cbp.gov/…/border-search-electronic-devices

You’ll be surprised by what you don’t know.

This was a point of entry. No search warrant required.

Border guards do not need a search warrant to search you and your property at a crossing or point of entry. The search was perfectly legal.

Some are saying cops, others are saying border agents. You consent to be searched if you cross the border in either direction. He should have consulted a lawyer prior so he knew what his rights were.

Which is why I would have consulted a lawyer before going to the border.

It’s a good idea to know the possible implications of your actions. That’s just being reasonable. However, the 4th amendment says police need a search warrant, do there is nothing to prosecute.

I was thinking he should have asked a lawyer prior to trying to go through customs. ie: a week ago.

I was thinking he should have asked a lawyer prior to trying to go through customs. ie: a week ago.

Maybe check with a lawyer before doing stuff like that.

Makes sense. Too bad, they are my favourite tv brand.

I’m using an LG as a monitor for years and I’ve never seen this.

Or you could buy it using BestBuy financing. Or just buy the one you can afford.