Baker, CFE, Is on a Stakeout at the Home of Potter

question 2

Multiple Choice

Baker, CFE, is on a stakeout at the home of Potter, the prime suspect in a large false billing scheme. When Baker arrives at Potter's street, she notices Potter's garbage has been placed on the curb for pickup. Baker believes she could obtain much of the information she needs by going through Potter's garbage. In order to legally sift through Potter's trash and seize discarded documents to be used as evidence, Baker must:

• A) Obtain a search warrant
• B) Obtain a subpoena duces tecum
• C) Obtain Potter's consent
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Conflict

A situation where individuals or groups have opposing ideas, interests, or beliefs, leading to a disagreement.

Destructive

Causing great and irreparable harm or damage.

Avoided

Deliberately staying away from or not doing something.

Listening

The active process of receiving, interpreting, and responding to verbal messages and non-verbal cues.