PROBABLE CAUSE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Probable Cause.
Probable Cause - as a noun
(law) evidence sufficient to warrant an arrest or search and seizure
Example: "A magistrate determined that there was probable cause to search the house"
Example Sentences
"The police arrested the suspect based on probable cause."
"The judge determined that there was sufficient probable cause to issue a search warrant."
"The prosecutor presented evidence of probable cause to the grand jury."
"The defense attorney argued that there was no probable cause for the arrest."
"The officer had to establish probable cause before conducting a traffic stop."
