A search warrant is required for which type of search?

A cavity search is a highly invasive procedure that requires a search warrant due to the privacy rights of individuals involved. This type of search often involves a physical examination of body cavities, raising significant legal and ethical considerations about consent and personal rights. In the context of law enforcement and corrections, a warrant serves as a safeguard to ensure that such invasive searches are conducted only when there is probable cause, thereby protecting the individual’s constitutional rights against unreasonable searches.

The other search types mentioned do not typically require a warrant. For example, a standard pat-down may be conducted as part of a lawful arrest or when there is reasonable suspicion of a weapon, and visible inspections can often occur without a warrant in public areas. Cell checks, as routine security measures in correctional facilities, also usually do not need a warrant, given the diminished expectation of privacy in a jail or prison environment.