“search warrant”
This page shows official legal definitions of “search warrant” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
New Zealand
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A written order issued by a judge (or justice of the peace or community magistrate) that authorises a police officer (or other enforcement agencies) to search a specific place or area.
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United States
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A written order issued by a judge, directing a peace officer to search a defined location for person(s); thing(s), or personal property and bring whatever is found before the judge.
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