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Can police officers enter a party on a private property if there are underage teens?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Jayne L. Sebby (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
Probable cause means that the officer has a reasonable suspicion that a crime is being or has been committed. That reasonable suspicion can be based upon complaints from neighbors or others who would have a good reason to know about what was going on at the house or on things the officer can personally observe when at the location. Providing alcohol to minors is a crime that would allow an officer to enter a private residence. The court-imposed consequences to the owner of the property, the person(s) in residence, and the person who provided or made the alcohol available can range from a fine to jail time. Social consequences can include loss of employment, social shunning, loss of opportunities at school/work/clubs/events, increase in insurance rates, and other limitations.... Read More
Probable cause means that the officer has a reasonable suspicion that a crime is being or has been committed. That reasonable suspicion can be based... Read More

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