What is the test for establishing probable cause under a search warrant?

MultiRegion, United States of America

The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Beslanowitch, 930 F.2d 29 (9th Cir. 1991):

We examine whether a magistrate had a substantial basis for concluding that the affidavit in support of the warrant established probable cause. United States v. Angulo-Lopez, 791 F.2d 1394, 1396 (9th Cir.1986). Our inquiry shows deference to the issuing magistrate's determination. Id.

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