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Probable cause is one of the most misunderstood concepts in criminal investigations. People often assume it has a clear definition or a strict formula. In reality, it’s based on facts, experience, and the totality of the circumstances. In this episode, Dave and Steve explain what probable cause actually means, how it differs from reasonable suspicion, and why it sits between suspicion and proof.
They also discuss how investigators build probable cause piece by piece, why courts allow officers to rely on training and experience, and why different judges sometimes see the same facts differently. From common public misconceptions to the real pressure detectives face when making decisions in real time, this conversation breaks down how probable cause works in the real world and why the question “is that enough?” does not always have an easy answer.
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Probable cause is one of the most misunderstood concepts in criminal investigations. People often assume it has a clear definition or a strict formula. In reality, it’s based on facts, experience, and the totality of the circumstances. In this episode, Dave and Steve explain what probable cause actually means, how it differs from reasonable suspicion, and why it sits between suspicion and proof.
They also discuss how investigators build probable cause piece by piece, why courts allow officers to rely on training and experience, and why different judges sometimes see the same facts differently. From common public misconceptions to the real pressure detectives face when making decisions in real time, this conversation breaks down how probable cause works in the real world and why the question “is that enough?” does not always have an easy answer.
Connect with The Detectives Podcast: https://linktr.ee/thedetectivespodcast
Join us on Patreon for early access, ad-free episodes and bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/thedetectives
Shop official merch: https://www.tritonpublishing.net/thedetectivespodcast
Directly support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/thedetectives
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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