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Ban on No-Knock Warrants: Increased Safety and Rights During Searches.

This legislation completely bans the use of "no-knock" warrants by federal law enforcement officers. State and local agencies receiving federal funding must also adhere to this prohibition. This change ensures that officers must announce their authority and purpose before forcibly entering a premises, enhancing citizen safety and protecting constitutional rights during searches.
Key points
Federal officers are required to provide notice of their authority and purpose before executing any warrant.
State and local police agencies risk losing federal funding if they continue to use no-knock warrants.
The law aims to reduce dangerous confrontations and increase transparency during police searches of private homes.
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Print number: 118_S_3900
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2024-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3900.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal officers are required to provide notice of their authority and purpose before executing any warrant.
  • State and local police agencies risk losing federal funding if they continue to use no-knock warrants.
  • The law aims to reduce dangerous confrontations and increase transparency during police searches of private homes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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