Searches of computers challenge general historical thoughts about searches and s

Searches of computers challenge general historical thoughts about searches and seizures. In one sense, a computer can be seen as a physical container or even a safe. In another sense, it is like a virtual locked diary. Given probable cause, law enforcement can obtain keys to homes or safes, and have file cabinets unlocked. But data protected by encryption or a passcode is also different from a container. What should the law look like to both protect individual civil liberties and national security?
Instructions
Using the Hunt Library, find an example from the popular press wherein the government sought to collect digital electronic data giving rise to Fourth Amendment concerns.
Did/would the data collection equate to a search under the Fourth Amendment?
What factors should be taken into account in determining if a warrant is/should be required? Be specific in your response.
What facts and/or law support your position?
Write a short essay, 400-500 words, giving the factual and legal background and outcome of your event. Analyze it with the above questions in mind. As this is a short paper, do not use or add a title page or abstract. Use current APA Style formatting for your written assignment, citations, and references.
Note: This assignment will automatically be checked through Turnitin, a service that checks your work for improper citation or potential plagiarism by comparing it against a database of web pages, student papers, and articles from academic books and publications.
HLSD 320 Writing Assignments Rubric (4.3)
HLSD 320 Writing Assignments Rubric (4.3)
Criteria Ratings Pts
Organization and Context
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20 pts
Excellent – A (18-20)
17 pts
Satisfactory – B (16-17)
15 pts
Passing – C (14-15)
13 pts
Failing – F (0-13)
/ 20 pts
Knowledge and Comprehension
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30 pts
Excellent – A (27-30)
26 pts
Satisfactory – B (24-26)
23 pts
Passing – C (21-23)
20 pts
Failing – F (0-20)
/ 30 pts
Analysis, Evaluation, and Application
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30 pts
Excellent – A (27-30)
26 pts
Satisfactory – B (24-26)
23 pts
Passing – C (21-23)
20 pts
Failing – F (0-20)
/ 30 pts
Style and Mechanics
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20 pts
Excellent – A (18-20)
17 pts
Satisfactory – B (16-17)
15 pts
Passing- C (14-15)
13 pts
Failing – F (0-13)
/ 20 pts
Total Points: 0
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