Racial Profiling and the Fourth Amendment

This chapter explores the intersection of the war on drugs, racial bias, and law enforcement practices in the late 20th century, particularly through the lens of the Fourth Amendment. It discusses the judicial interpretations that have expanded police authority and the implications of significant Supreme Court cases, highlighting concerns about racial motivations in policing. Ultimately, the chapter emphasizes the ongoing struggle for constitutional rights and the need for those rights to be effectively realized in the daily experiences of individuals, particularly within marginalized communities.