Can a officer legaly search my house with a application for search warrant? with the wrong address?

Asked 7 months ago - Kirksville, MO

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A police officer came to my house with a application for a search warrant, the application for a search warrant had the wrong address on it when i asked the officer questions about the application they put me in hand cuffs and took me to the car, then they proceeded to search my house. I reapeatedly asked the officers to leave my house till they came back with a warrant signed by a judge they ignored me.

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  1. Licensed in MO

    Saint Louis Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered November 08, 2012 08:37. Depends on the rest of what the search warrant says. Could be a suppression issue. If you are brought in for questioning or end up getting charged, hire an attorney immediately.

    NEVER describe your facts in an online forum. I have CONFIRMED there is at least ONE county prosecutor that is a... more
  2. Licensed in MO

    Saint Louis Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered November 08, 2012 09:20. This is a classic subterfuge. You have specific rights here that need to be redressed
    Pari@parisheth.com
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  3. Chicago Lawsuit / Dispute Attorney
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    Answered November 14, 2012 07:46. I agree with Mr. Sheth this may be a false warrant.

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