Search Warrants
Exigent Circumstances: What They Are and How They Allow Police to Search and Seize Without a Warrant
Exigent circumstances allow police to conduct a search and seizure without a warrant when immediate action is necessary. These situations include preventing imminent danger to life or property, stopping a suspect from escaping, or preventing the destruction of evidence. Courts determine exigent circumstances on a case-by-case basis, and the state must prove both the emergency… read more
Read MoreArrest Warrants and Search Warrants in Los Angeles, CA
A law enforcement officer in California may obtain several different warrants during a criminal investigation. Understanding the differences between an arrest warrant and a search warrant will allow you to understand your legal rights if you are dealing with a warrant as part of a criminal investigation. Arrest warrants allow law enforcement officers to place… read more
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