As is often the case in matters involving criminal law concepts in the United States, there is a basic rule with regard to a search and seizure of your home – and then there are exceptions to the basic rule. The basic rule, which is firmly established in the U.S., is that a law enforcement officer is required to obtain a valid warrant before conducting a search and seizure of a private residence.
Topics covered in this report include:
- Part I of a Two Part Series
- The Basic Rule – Searching a Home Requires a Warrant
- Where Is the Basic Rule Found?
- Practically Speaking, What Does the Warrant Requirement Mean?
- Exceptions to the Rule — When Is a Warrant Not Required?
- What Happens If A search Is Conducted Without a Warrant and No Exception Applies?
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