The Fourth Amendment and Policing in America Featuring Charles Ramsey

In this civics lesson, Charles Ramsey, former commissioner of the Philadelphia Police Department, joins National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen for a discussion on what the U.S. Constitution's Fourth Amendment says and means. This civics video allows students to examine the Fourth Amendment's text, describe key terms and ideas (like searches, seizures, and privacy), and explore some of the key debates about the Fourth Amendment. Ramsey also discusses his career in law enforcement, as well as answers questions from participants.

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