Matt Owns an Apartment Building to Which Access Is Gained

question 25

Multiple Choice

Matt owns an apartment building to which access is gained through a secured entryway. Matt has repeatedly refused to allow code inspectors into the building to examine that the electrical system is up to code. What options do the code inspectors have?

• A) They can access the building only if they have verified information from a tenant that there are electrical issues in the building.
• B) They can seek an administrative warrant based on the probable cause standard set for a criminal investigation.
• C) They can seek an administrative warrant based on a modified probable cause standard set for administrative inspections.
• D) They can forcibly enter the building without a warrant since Matt is not entitled to Fourth Amendment protections against administrative inspections.

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