United States v. Sandoval

United States v. Sandoval is a legal case that examined the limitations of police officers' authority to stop and detain individuals based on certain information. The court addressed whether the evidence obtained during such stops could be used in court. It highlighted the balance between law enforcement's need to ensure public safety and citizens' rights against unreasonable search and seizure. The ruling emphasized that officers need a reasonable basis for their actions to uphold constitutional protections while still enabling effective policing.