WORSWICK, C.J.
The State appeals the suppression of marijuana plants and paraphernalia found in Kevin Bell's attic. The sole issue on appeal is whether police must procure a warrant before helping fire fighters remove contraband found in plain view during a lawful fire investigation. We hold they need not, and reverse.
On September 30, 1983, a fire broke out at the home of Kevin Bell. A deputy sheriff saw the blaze and summoned the fire department. When fire...
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