Vermont Bill Seeks To Allow Warrantless Cellphone Searches

Vermont lawmakers proposed legislation that would allow police officers to search a driver's cellphone during a traffic stop. The bill, H-527, was introduced by Rep. Martin LaLonde (D) and would allow law enforcement officers to see a driver's phone or other electronic device to determine if it was being used. LaLonde’s bill is an amendment to the state's 2014 ban on using hand-held devices while on highways.