TCA 40-6-101
“Search warrant” defined
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
This statute defines a search warrant as a written court order (signed by a magistrate) commanding police or sheriff's deputies to search for and seize specific property and bring it before the magistrate. It's a legal authorization to search.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
A search warrant is an order in writing in the name of the state, signed by a magistrate, directed to the sheriff, any constable, or any peace officer of the county, commanding the sheriff, constable or peace officer to search for personal property, and bring it before the magistrate.
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TCA Section40-6-101