California Searches And Warrants Being searched by the police or being handed a warrant is a frightening prospect. However, it’s important to keep a level head and understand your rights when it comes to searches and warrants. Here are answers to the questions you want to know. 1. What Is a Warrant? Simply defined, a warrant is a document, signed by a judge, that gives law enforcement officers the authority to go into a premises (residential or commercial) and search or make an arrest. The warrant, however, only gives officers the authority to enter the place described in the warrant and seize items described in the warrant. 2. What If Officers Do Not Have a Warrant? If officers approach your home without a warrant to enter, you have the legal right to…Read More
