Stopping Travelers in Vehicles at a Fixed Checkpoint for Brief

question 1

Multiple Choice

Stopping travelers in vehicles at a fixed checkpoint for brief questioning about their citizenship and immigration status:

• A) violates the Fourth Amendment search and seizure requirements
• B) is not considered a seizure under the Fourth Amendment
• C) is considered a seizure under the Fourth Amendment but has been held
• Constitutional
• D) is considered a seizure only if officials detain the travelers for a significant amount of time

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