In Terry v. Ohio (1968), the Court ruled that 'stop and frisk' searches are constitutional if police have:
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Correct answer: Reasonable suspicion
The Court created a limited exception to the warrant requirement, allowing officers to pat down individuals for weapons if they have a reasonable suspicion that the person is armed and dangerous. This balanced officer safety with 4th Amendment rights.
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