For this assignment, read Atwater v. City of Lago Vista, 532 U.S. 318 (2000). In Atwater v. City of Lago Vista, 532 U.S. 318 (2000), the Court held that the Fourth Amendment does not forbid a warrantless arrest for a minor criminal offense, such as a misdemeanor seatbelt violation, which is punishable only by a fine.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BELOW:
In your own words, outline the reasoning for this ruling and the dissent.
Do you agree with the ruling? Explain why.