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Generally, unless, police officers see contraband upon approaching the vehicle, any subsequent warrantless search of the vehicle likely will end up with a successful suppression motion. The fact that this is a very fact sensitive decision, most police will now have to detain defendants on the side of the rode or impound the vehicle and wait to get a search warrant any time probable cause is developed after the stop of a vehicle. What does this mean for you? Do not consent to a search of your vehicle and contact an a Certified Criminal Trial attorney to fight for your 4th Amendment rights.