People v. Redman

In January 2006, the trial court granted defendant Ronald L. Red-man’s motion to suppress. The State appeals, arguing the court erred because (1) the evidence soon would have been found by lawful means, unrelated to the alleged misconduct; (2) the officers had reasonable suspicion that defendant, who was on probation, was involved in manufacturing methamphetamine and, therefore, the officers could lawfully search defendant and the residence; (3) the officers proceeded reasonably and with greater restraint than called for by the fourth amendment; (4) the officers had probable cause to arrest…