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Police left search warrant homeowner were not home it was served?
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∙ 15y ago
No problem. It's lawful. That's why they left a copy of the warrant. There is no requirement that someone be there when the premises is being searched. The authorities were obviously looking for WHAT was in the home and not WHO was in the home.
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If you are not home when a warrant is served can the police contact landlord in order to enter?
Yes, an occupant or resident is not required to be present when a search warrant is served.
What happens if a search warrant is is lost by the police after the search?
It's generally required that a person with whom is being searched or having their property searched under the terms of a search warrant be served with a copy upon the beginning or completion of a search. If the warrant was lost you could request a copy from the clerk of courts. You may be able to also have the evidence suppressed because you were not properly served with a copy of the warrant upon the beginning or ending of a search.
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.
How long can a police officer hold on to a warrant?
A search warrant has a time limit set by the issuing court, often a week or less. An arrest warrant is valid until served or cancelled. Many last for years.
Do police have to fill out your copy of the search warrant?
You don't get a copy of the search warrant unless you are the owner or legal inhabitant of the premises on which the warrant was served. Then (according to the laws of your jurisdiction), at the conclusion of the search you may get a copy of the warrant along with the list of seized items.
What are the acceptable conditions for issuing a warrant for arrest of search?
A search warrant is necessary when a person doesn't not willingly let the police search their property. In which case, the police must present a valid reason to the court for it to allow a search. No search warrant is necessary if the arrestee or suspect gives permission for his property to be searched.
Can you hand a search warrant to a minor?
It is unclear what the questioner is asking. Law enforcement doesn't "hand' search warrants to anybody. If the question is asking about the search warrant being SERVED when there is no one home but a minor. . . yes, a search warrant can be served at anytime, even if nobody is at home.
How do I find out if I have a search warrant?
If the warrant is actually being "served" on you then it's probably in your best interests not to resist its service. Afterwards you can determine if it was valid or not by contacting the Clerk of The Court, from which the warrant was issued to determine if it is on file, or not.
A search warrant was served at a residence you were visiting can you be searched?
The fact that you were present at the location during the search allows the police to detain and frisk you for their safety.They shouldn't do an extensive search of your person unless:Your name is listed on the warrantThere's reason to believe that you're in possession of an item listed on the warrantThere's probable cause that you have/will commit a crime.
Was a search warrant ever served on Lee Anthony's house?
Yes
Is there a limitation on how long police will arrest on misdemeanor warrant in California?
No. An arrest warrant is valid until it is served or cancelled by the court.
Who has right to enter premises when search warrant is served?
Whomever is listed on the warrant has the right to enter onto the premisis.
