Dumpster diving, a practice of retrieving discarded items from dumpsters, has gained popularity in California with many users showcasing their finds online. It is legal in the state following a Supreme Court ruling in 1988 that deemed searching through trash legal unless it violates local laws. The Fourth Amendment does not apply to garbage in public areas, meaning individuals have the right to inspect curbside waste. Despite its legality, dumpster divers are encouraged to understand local rules to avoid penalties.
"If you put your trash can out on the curb, you cannot complain if someone looks through your garbage."
"Dumpster diving in California is technically legal, attorney Susan Nerlinger wrote in a January article on LegalMatch.com."
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