New Jersey vs. T.L.O.
Facts of the case
In 1980, two high school freshmen girls were caught smoking in a bathroom. One of girls denied that she smoked, and said she never has. Then the principal searches her purse finds cigarretes and Marijuana.
Constitutional Question
Does this search through her purse without a warrant violate the Fourth Amendment?
Decision
6 votes for New Jersey
3 votes against New jersey
3 votes against New jersey
Lasting Effect
As long as there is a reasonable search, there doesn't heve to be a warrant.