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Bill to clarify how search warrants are served draws few opponents but prompts operational questions
Summary
Sen. Jeremy Trevis told the committee SB444 would clarify that a search warrant can be exhibited at the place to be searched or shown to a known lawful occupant; proponents said the change reduces conflicts and may prevent escalations when occupants demand to see a warrant. Committee members asked about serving minors, telephonic warrants, and practical consequences of failing to leave a copy.
Senator Jeremy Trevis (Senate District 10) presented a one‑page bill to clarify that service and return of a search warrant may be made by exhibiting the original or a duplicate at the place to be searched and by showing it to a "known lawful occupant." He said the change was intended to reduce conflicts during execution by giving occupants the…
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