What is probable cause when there is a fair probability that contraband or evidence of crime will be found in a particular place?

California, United States of America


The following excerpt is from People v. Tate, F076798 (Cal. App. 2020):

9. "Probable cause exists when 'there is a fair probability that contraband or evidence of a crime will be found in a particular place.' [Citation.]" (United States v. Grubbs (2006) 547 U.S. 90, 95.)

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