Georgia+v.+Randolph


 * Background-**

Scott Randolph was arrested for drug possession when police searched his house and found cocaine. The police did not have a search warrant, but Randolph's wife gave permission for them to search the house. However, Randolph was also present and objected to the search. In court, his attorney argued that the search was unconstitutional due to the fact that he objected to the search. Meanwhile, the prosecution argued that the permission of the wife was enough. The trial court sided with the prosecution and ruled against Randolph, but the appellate court and Georgia Supreme Court both stated that the search is unconstitutional if one owner objects, even if the other owner gives permission.


 * Majority Opinion-**

There were five votes for Randolph's case.


 * Dissenting Opinion-**

There were three votes against Randolph.