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Peer reviewedBoomer, Lyman W. – Preventing School Failure, 1992
A survey of 238 Kansas principals, which found searching of students (especially of students with disabilities) not uncommon, is reported. Relevant court litigation is briefly reviewed and lawful guidelines concerning "reasonable suspicion" and "reasonable scope" are explained. (DB)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Civil Rights, Compliance (Legal), Court Litigation
Beckham, Joseph C. – 1997
School administrators sometimes face circumstances in which student searches seem necessary in order to maintain discipline and provide a safe learning environment. This publication provides an overview of recent court cases related to student searches, in an effort to help school officials anticipate and avoid legal problems while they carry out…
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Compliance (Legal), Constitutional Law, Court Litigation
