"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."
This amendment gives people the right to be secure in their homes and protects anyone from being searched or having their things taken away for no valid reason. If the government or any law enforcement official wants to search someone's property or car, they have to get permission from a judge who also believes there is evidence of criminal behavior.
I really liked this video because I learned more about my fourth amendment rights and it was actually fun to watch. I learned that students at public schools don't have the same protections as other citizens, because their lockers or backpacks can be searched if there is suspicion of someone bringing drugs or weapons into the school.
This is a super fun flowchart that takes you through the possibilities of your property getting searched. Fun fact: a warrant is not required if the law enforcement officer believes to have seen an emergency within the premises. It is then okay for he or she to enter/break in the premises and respond accordingly and the search will be considered legal. 
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