Story has already changed. Originally it was him giving border agents the kill code which they entered.
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That's why I said (could be wrong) in brackets.
This guy is in a heap of trouble. He should have consulted a lawyer way before encountering border officials so he knew his rights and the law.
I'm not wrong. Border guards do not need a search warrant. The law is very clear on this.
Border agents in an airport absolutely can do warrantless searches.
I'm not an expert, but I don't believe that applies to airport points of entry. Regardless, if you're going to something as suspicious as wiping your phone while at a point of entry, consulting a lawyer beforehand is just a reasonable thing to do.
You may think some laws are bullshit, (ie: sovereign citizens) but you are still governed by those laws.
All I am saying is be informed.
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/cbp-search-authority/border-search-electronic-devices
You'll be surprised by what you don't know.
This was a point of entry. No search warrant required.
Border guards do not need a search warrant to search you and your property at a crossing or point of entry. The search was perfectly legal.
Some are saying cops, others are saying border agents. You consent to be searched if you cross the border in either direction. He should have consulted a lawyer prior so he knew what his rights were.
Which is why I would have consulted a lawyer before going to the border.
Cars get repod if you don't pay. It would definitely fly.