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How can you find out if the judge that signed a warrant to search your house has signed this warrant within his jurisdiction?
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Call the Clerk of Courts office and ask if that particular judge is assigned to your judicial district.
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Within how many days federal search warrants must be executed?
Federal search warrants must be executed within 10 days.
If the police search your house with a search warrant are they allowed to return to the premises to search again with the same warrant?
If the police department secured the residence, and maintained security of the residence, they may search it however many times they like, within reason. However, as soon as the department relinquishes authority over the premise, the warrant has been served, thus a new entry would require a new warrant.
What makes a search warrant valid?
A warrant is VALIDATED by the signature of the approving judge or magistrate. An APPLICATION for a warrant must include enough information (who-what-when-where-how) and include "probable cause" that what is sworn to in the warrant is taking place within the premises named.
What does a search warrant include?
Very. This is why Detectives are taught to be broad in their interpretation of what they are looking for in the description in any warrant. They look for illegal drugs, not a small stash of pot. They also look for any other related items that might indicate drug-dealing, which means large sums of cash and guns. A search warrant for a person is typically just that, thay are looking for a person, and not anything else, although they can confiscate anything else illegal, if they see it.
How long are warrants good for in tx?
A search warrant in Texas must be executed within 72-hours, excluding the day on which it is issued.
What if the search warrant has a persons name on it who doesnt even live at residence the warrant was served?
A warrant to search a residence does not need to state the name, or names, of any resident. Although the warrant may state the name of an individual believed to be located upon that property. It only needs to be issued to the address or description of the property upon which it is to be served. However, incorrect information contained within a warrant is potential cause to exclude evidence obtained during the search based upon that warrant. The defense would have to show that the incorrect information was included by law enforcement in bad faith.
Who has jurisdiction on a military installation located in a foreign country?
Jurisdiction on foreign soil is determined by the SOFA (support of forces agreement) that is signed by the countries involved. In most cases, the country that has the installation on foreign soil will maintain jurisdiction within the confines of the installation. In cases of crimes committed by host nation citizens within the installation the SOFA will define the jurisdiction. Military members will always be subject to the UCMJ abroad as well as at home.
What if the search warrant is not executed in 10 days?
Although an "open" serve would be unusual, unless the service time of the warrant was specifically time limited, there is no requirement that a warrant be acted upon within so many days of issuance. Sometimes, situations and events must coincide in order for the warrant to be served and obtain effective results.
What is a blanket warrant that does not indicate what the police might be searching for or where to specifically search?
A Blanket Warrant is a warrant that allows police to search multiple places for evidence without saying exactly what they are looking for. This comes from a judge usually on Murder or Drug charge cases. More information is necessary in order to answer. I have never heard of a "blanket" warrant or any warrant that does not specifically state what is being searched for. As far as a specific location where a search may be conducted - as long as the warrant describes the premises to be searched (street address - name of business - lot & plot number - etc) there is no requirement that it state SPECIFICALLY WHERE within the premises may or may not be searched.
Can a cop text a judge for a search warrant?
No, they have to actually go to the judge and present the evidence showing that the warrant is necessary. If the judge approves, he has to sign the warrant for it to be legal. The officer must then have it with them when they go to wherever the warrant is for. The warrant is also only good for 24 hours, unless otherwise specified.Added: An officer applying for a warrant does NOT have to produce evidence to the judge of the offense, he only has to swear an oath that Probable Cause exists for the search and/or arrest. Also - although an issuing judge MAY place a service time limit on the warrant, they do not necessarily automatically expire within a 24 hour time limit.
What the definition of jurisdiction?
Jurisdiction refers to the authority or power of a court or legal body to hear and decide cases within a specific geographic area or over certain subject matters. It is the legal authority to interpret and apply the law.
Does a search warrant for a house give the police authority to search all closets and cabinets in the house?
Absolutely... The search warrant gives the authority for the police to search any part of the address for which it was granted. It also grants permission to search the grounds surrounding the house up to the boundary fences - including any outbuildings within the boundary. Additionally - it also gives the police permission to search any person found in the property OR any person who visits the property while the search is being carried out !
