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In the text from both Chapters 7 and 8, several court cases are listed that deal with lowered expectations of privacy in various circumstances. These cases include situations such as airports, protective sweeps, and hot pursuits. One case that stands out as having a significant impact on the public's right to privacy is United States v. Robinson (1973). In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that police officers have the authority to conduct a search of an individual's person incident to a lawful arrest without a warrant. This decision has set a precedent for other cases involving searches and seizures, such as Chimel v. California (1969) and Terry v. Ohio (1968), which further expanded law enforcement's ability to conduct searches in certain situations. These cases have collectively contributed to the erosion of individuals' Fourth Amendment rights and have raised concerns about government intrusion into personal privacy. One source that supports this argument is an article by legal scholar David Cole, who discusses how court decisions like Robinson have weakened constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures (Cole, 2002). Another source is a study by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which highlights the impact of these rulings on civil liberties and individual freedoms (ACLU, 2015). In conclusion, United States v. Robinson has had a lasting impact on the public's right to privacy by expanding law enforcement's authority to conduct searches without warrants. This case, along with others like it, has raised important questions about balancing security concerns with individual rights in our society today.