This paper explains that, according to Ferdico, the law of criminal procedure can be described as rules designed to balance
the important government functions of maintaining law and order and protecting the rights of citizens. The author points out that the "
plain-view" doctrine is the procedure or rule that guides the officer in making a search of an individual or their property and in making an arrest of an individual; items in "plain view" or out in the open for view, may be seized by police in evidence in making an arrest for illegal possession of drugs and weapons. The paper concludes that Ferdico not only understands but also explains thoroughly arrest, questioning and processing
procedures as well as the trial and case proceedings which are required by law enforcement, prosecution and defense in the 'criminal court procedures'. Table of Contents Statement of Thesis Introduction Right to a Fair Hearing/Trial Double Jeopardy Arrest Warrant Probable Cause Use of Force The Standard of "Reasonableness" Plain-view Doctrine The Carroll Doctrine Escobedo and Miranda Conclusion