In this appeal, we hold that a police inventory search of the contents of a wallet during a routine jail booking procedure did not violate Article VI, § 11 of the South Dakota Constitution.
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Gary Hejhal (Hejhal) was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was taken to the local sheriff's office for booking prior to being placed in jail. As part of his routine...
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