Outline of the state of New York
State
New York
Authorized with minimal protections

Category
Student Searches

Category
Student Searches

State law authorizes districts to adopt policies or rules addressing search and seizure without addressing student protections or requiring minimal protections only.

9 New York Codes, Rules and Regulations 171-1.6 Searches

Whenever possible, a student's physical presence must be obtained to search his or her room, locker, and/or possessions. Whenever it is impossible to obtain the physical presence of the student, the facility shall notify him or her in writing as soon as possible thereafter: (a) that a search has been made; and (b) of any article taken.

Policy Type
Regulation