Are there ever circumstances that the police can search my vehicle or me without a warrant under existing criminal law?

There are times in which the police may execute a search without a warrant and stay within the confines of the law. Some categories under criminal law that such a search could occur might be: * If the officer feels that his/her safety is being compromised or could be compromised; * If the police are in a “hot” pursuit; * When illegal evidence is seen in plain view; * If the police offer terms his/her questions with regard to temporary questioning; * If a person consents or gives permission for the search * After the police have made a lawful arrest.