The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated. The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution prohibits the federal government from conducting unreasonable searches and seizures.In this session, students will examine the historical context and the drafting of the Fourth Amendment. The 4 th Amendment to the US Constitution guarantees freedom from unreasonable search and seizure. The Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution protects against unreasonable governmental searches. The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects citizens' privacy. The Constitution of Arizona will seem both familiar and alien to those who have only read the Constitution of the United States. It will eliminate loopholes that let the government investigate us and our property without having to get a warrant. The Rendell Center welcomes you to this video lesson on the 1st and 4th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures has its roots in English history.