Lashant Leonardo White v. Commonwealth of Virginia

DECKER, Judge.

Lashant L. White appeals his convictions for possession of heroin with intent to distribute, third or subsequent offense, in violation of Code § 18.2-248 and possession of marijuana in violation of Code § 18.2-250.1. On appeal, he contends that the searches of his person and bag were unreasonable under the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution. As a result, he argues that the trial court erred in denying his motion to suppress the evidence found during those searches. We hold that the evidence, viewed under the proper standard, supports the determination that the…