The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, but there are several exceptions to the warrant requirement. These include exigent circumstances, where immediate action is necessary; consent, where an individual gives permission for a search; search incident to a lawful arrest; and the plain view doctrine, where officers can seize evidence that is clearly visible without a warrant. Additionally, customs officials have broader authority to search individuals and their belongings at borders without a warrant due to national security interests.
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