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No-Knock Warrants Banned: Enhancing Citizen Safety and Privacy.

This act prohibits law enforcement from executing warrants without prior announcement. Federal officers, along with state and local agencies receiving federal funds, will now be required to state their authority and purpose before forcibly entering a premises. This change aims to enhance citizen safety and protect privacy during law enforcement operations.
Key points
Federal law enforcement officers must announce their authority and purpose before executing any warrant.
State and local agencies receiving federal funding will also be required to follow this 'announce and wait' rule.
The law seeks to prevent unannounced forced entries, increasing safety for residents during warrant executions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3414
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for Breonna Taylor Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3414.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal law enforcement officers must announce their authority and purpose before executing any warrant.
  • State and local agencies receiving federal funding will also be required to follow this 'announce and wait' rule.
  • The law seeks to prevent unannounced forced entries, increasing safety for residents during warrant executions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 2026-01-11.

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