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They do not have to show the warrant, and in some cases they might not actually have it with them. Their knowledge that an approved and signed warrant exists is sufficient for them to act.
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No, police generally need a warrant to legally conduct a raid on a home. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, and a warrant is typically required unless there are specific exceptions, such as extenuating circumstances or a valid consent to search.
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Do you have to show your identification if police show up at your home at midnight?
Are you on parole or probation? If so, yes. If you are not on parole or probation, do the police have a search warrant? If not, I guess I wouldn't let them in my house in the first place. If they do have a search warrant, yes.
Is it a violation of the fourth amendment If police said they have a search warrant and proceed to search the premise take items but do not show proof of the warrant when leaving?
no they do not have to show you all they need is the search warrant. But what you should have done is to see the warrant. Sorry
Can you show a search warrant to a minor when there to search?
Actually the police don't necessarily have to show the warrant to anybody. In fact, to execute a search warrant it isn't even necessary for a resident or occupant of the premises to be present.
Consider the following scenario. The police believe you have stolen items and hidden them in your house. They decide to raid your house to see if any of the stolen items are there. What right could yo?
You have the right to refuse entry to the police without a search warrant. If they have a warrant, you have the right to demand that they show it to you before allowing them to enter. You also have the right to remain silent and seek legal advice during the process.
How can you get rid of an arrest warrant in Arizona?
If you know what the warrant is in response to, correct the issue. For instance, pay the fine, contact the court that issued the warrant, or show up at the police station with a lawyer.
Do the officer need to show the warrant?
No, if law enforcement officers reasonably believe that a valid warrant has been issued, the officers may begin the search. The warrant does not have to be with them, and the warrant does not have to be given to the owner.
When the police book you in after they arrest you without a warrant can they charge you with a crime before they get a warrant in the state of Texas?
A warrant is an order for an arrest issued by the court. But many arrests do not need a warrant. If you punch someone in the face, and police are called, you will be arrested without a warrant, and one will not be needed. If say, you failed to show up in court, then a warrant for your arrest will be issued, to alert all officers that you should be arrested on sight. So the warrant itself is not the thing 'allowing' you to be arrested.
Will you get arrested if you have a warrant when you get your state id?
When they check your ID against the state data base in order to confirm it, if the warrant is on file in the computer system, it WILL show up and it is likely that they will call the police.
Can you travel to Mexico with a warrant?
Well, that depends upon whether the police catch you. A warrant means the police intend to arrest you. So if your id is run by the police when you exit or enter the country, you the warrant will show up and you will be arrested. If you fly by airplane, your id will likely get you arrested. If you go by car you will likely get into Mexico OK, but could get tagged on the way back in. Of course, you can cross the border like the illegals do, and then it doesnt matter unless you get caught. Short answer - get the warrant cleared.
Do I have any redress for my premises have been forced into whilst at work no details on a warrant have been produced and my property has been damaged?
Not enough information is disclosed in the question. WHO forced entrance to your premises? The police? Burglars? You mention a warrant but you do not say for WHO or WHAT the warrant was issued. [IF the police] Go to your police station and request or demand to see a copy of the warrant. They MUST show it to you (EXCEPTION: if it was issued "under seal") and if it is the police who allegedly damaged your property you may institute suit against the agency which carried out the warrant. [IF burglars] On the other hand - if your premises was entered and damaged by burglars..., just because the police have been unable to solve the crime, issue a warrant, or get you restitution from the perpetrator, you have no special claim on anyone (or the government) to fix your damaged property for you.
Can the police enter your house without you there?
The police can only search your house and property with a search warrant or with your permission. Contrary to the belief of most people, the police have no right to search your property for someone who does or doesn't live with you without a warrant.
How can you see the Search Warrant?
The police must give a copy of the search warrant to the person in charge of the premises at the time the search is conducted. The police must also leave a "return" of the warrant, listing any items seized in the search.Additional: The above information may be a requirement in the contributors own jurisdiction. In others, it is NOT necessary to show or give a copy of the warrant to the individual in charge of the premises, (if any are even present). Mere knowledge of the existence of a valid warrant is sufficient enough to execute it.
