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Never before have greater or more conflicting demands been placed on those who serve, as well as those who train in law . The recent fiscal crises, coupled with an increased need for homeland security, have seriously complicated how officers perform their duties, and made the consequences for errors in performance more severe for both the officers involved and their superiors. Factor in the danger and stress officers like you face in your daily work, and your decisions in even the most common of situations become a challenge. Regardless of the adversity you face, however, you are still required to think quickly, respond appropriately, and know the law. The Pocket Manual highlights basic rules for quick reference and offers examples showing how rules are applied and concise guidance based on U.S. Supreme Court rulings on constitutional law issues and other legal develop­ments, covering arrest, search, surveillance, and other routine, as well as sensitive, areas of law . The 2015 Edition reflects important new de velopments in law procedure, including: U.S. Supreme Court decision restricting searches of arrestees cell phones U.S. Supreme Court decision on the use of force to stop high-speed chases U.S. Supreme Court decision on vehicle stops based on anonymous 911 calls U.S. Supreme Court decision on consent searches of shared residences Lower federal court rulings on computer searches and GPS tracking With more than 100 practical examples drawn from the facts of leading cases, The Law Officer s Pocket Manual provides specific guidance on how to act on the spot in a wide variety of situations. Written in plain English, the Pocket Manual highlights basic rules for quick reference and offers examples showing how rules are applied.