What does the plain view doctrine permit?

What does the plain view doctrine permit?

• A. Evidence in plain view may be seized without a warrant if the officer is lawfully present.
• B. A warrant is always required to seize any item in plain view.
• C. Plain view allows searching beyond the officer's immediate surroundings.
• D. Plain view requires the object to be in open space visible from the street.

Answer: (A)