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search warrant

noun

, Law.
  1. a court order authorizing the examination of a dwelling or other private premises by police officials, as for stolen goods.


search warrant

noun

  1. a written order issued by a justice of the peace authorizing a constable or other officer to enter and search premises for stolen goods, drugs, etc
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Origin of search warrant1

First recorded in 1730–40

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