The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated. 1. Probable Cause: The 4th Amendment requires that law enforcement officers have probable cause or reasonable suspicion to initiate a traffic stop.The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits "unreasonable" searches and seizures. Amendment Four to the Constitution was ratified on December 15, 1791. It protects the American people from unreasonable searches and seizures. Amendment Four to the Constitution was ratified on December 15, 1791. It protects the American people from unreasonable searches and seizures. This became more widespread as the Democratic Party regained control of most levels of government in the South in the decades after Reconstruction. The Connecticut General Assembly 2024 Regular Session convenes February 7th, 2024 and adjourns May 8th, 2024. Review current Judiciary job openings below.