Curtilage is the area of land attached to a house that is considered part of the home for legal purposes, particularly regarding the Fourth Amendment's protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
It encompasses the yard, garden, driveway, and other areas immediately surrounding the dwelling that are used for activities associated with the home.
The Fourth Amendment's protection against unreasonable searches and seizures extends to the curtilage, meaning law enforcement generally needs a warrant SIGNED BY A JUDGE to search this area.
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