Orin Kerr

Orin Kerr, a Stanford Law professor and author of "The Digital Fourth Amendment," dives deep into the intersection of digital privacy and the Fourth Amendment. He argues that original interpretations of the Fourth may not hold up in today’s tech-driven world. Kerr discusses whether criminals should simply avoid smartphones and critiques the practicality of the mosaic theory. The conversation also uncovers the complex balance between personal privacy and law enforcement needs, emphasizing a call for updated legal frameworks to protect digital rights.

Orin Kerr, a Professor at Stanford Law School and an authority on the Fourth Amendment, shares insights from his new book, focusing on how digital tech has transformed privacy law. He delves into the Carpenter rule's implications for digital surveillance and the challenges it poses for law enforcement. The conversation also covers the historical evolution of privacy rights in the face of technology, emphasizing the balance between individual freedoms and governmental authority. Kerr introduces his Equilibrium-Adjustment Theory as a framework for navigating these complexities.