Warrant

usgb/ˈwɔːrənt/
noun

A legal paper that gives official permission to do something.

The police got a warrant to search his house.
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Often appears as...

  • search warrant
  • arrest warrant

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Legal Authority

Warrant means an official has been granted the right to take action.

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A judge issued a warrant for the suspect's arrest.
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Police Usage

Police often require warrants to search or arrest, ensuring privacy rights.

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Without a warrant, the police couldn't enter the premises.
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Procedure Specific

The type of warrant indicates the specific legal procedure allowed.

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She acquired a search warrant based on probable cause.
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