Do warrantless home visits by USCIS investigators of a married couple’s home violate the Fourth Amendment? Whoever believes the answer is “no,” theorizing that one or both of the married parties granted them “consent” to search the home, is mistaken because the consent was clearly coercive. Imagine this. Two government agents walk up to your door out of the blue. They knock on the door. You open the door and they tell you they are government agents who work for an immigration agency. They tell you they are there because you have a pending application for immigration benefits and they’d like to take a look around the home. You ask whether…

The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is one of the most important pillars that ensures justice and protects citizens' rights in the United States. The amendment limits the power of law enforcement officials when it comes to individual rights, and it is essential to understand its provisions, especially if you have been arrested. The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures, but it can be complicated to understand. This blog posts breaks down the basics of the Fourth Amendment and what it means for those who have been arrested.