In general,before serving or executing an arrest or search warrant at a residence,the officers must:

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Before serving or executing an arrest or search warrant at a residence, officers are required to knock and announce their identity and purpose. This is done to give the residents an opportunity to comply with the warrant and prevent unnecessary damage to the property or harm to the residents. Verifying that someone is home, obtaining a photograph of the suspect, or obtaining a capias may be steps involved in the process of obtaining a warrant, but they are not necessary before serving or executing the warrant at a residence.

In General,before Serving or Executing an Arrest or Search Warrant