New Jersey v. T. L. O.

T.L.O., a high school student, was subjected to a search by school officials during which they found cigarettes, marijuana, and a list of students owed her money, leading to her being charged with possession of marijuana. Despite her attempt to suppress the evidence, the courts initially ruled against her, culminating in her conviction and probation. The case ultimately reached the New Jersey Supreme Court, which decided that the Fourth Amendment’s exclusionary rule applies to searches by school officials in public schools.