DO NOW – Monday, December 16 On your Do Now response form: What is privacy? Our Constitution protects citizens’ privacy from government snooping. Why does privacy matter to citizens in our society? Our Constitution also gives government the power to invade citizens’ privacy in certain situations. What are the risks to citizens having too much privacy?
NEW VOCABULARY Privacy – The right to be left alone from government snooping
Why Privacy Matters So we can live the way we want Privacy leads to liberty Protects our dignity and reputations
The Risks of Too Much Privacy Makes police investigations harder Allows some bad guys to get away Can leave victims vulnerable
Privacy and the Constitution The word “privacy” is never used in the Constitution, but it is implied in the Declaration of Independence: “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” Fourth Amendment: “the right of the people to be secure…” The Supreme Court has interpreted the Fourth Amendment in a way that is meant to balance privacy and safety
This week’s schedule Monday: Discussion on privacy and the Exclusionary Rule Tuesday: Start case research on Kyllo v. United States (police invading privacy) Wednesday: Complete case research on Kyllo v. United States Thursday: Open-Book quiz on Terry v. Ohio, Mapp v. Ohio, and Kyllo v. U.S.