Your Google Searches Aren't Private? PA Court's Surprising Ruling

In this episode of Shared Security, we discuss a significant Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling that permits police to access unprotected Google search histories without a traditional warrant. The discussion centers around the implications of the Commonwealth vs. Kurtz case and the concept of reverse keyword searches. Kevin Tackett joins the conversation, providing insights and posing critical questions about the balance between law enforcement needs and privacy rights. The episode explores concerns over digital privacy, third-party data, and potential broader impacts on users. Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2026/01/12/your-google-searches-arent-private-pa-courts-surprising-ruling/