Section 8 Warrant Flashcards
1
Q
What is a section 8 warrant?
A
I - indictable offence
M - material on premises
S - Specific premises
A - All premises
M - multiple entries
E - entry would not be granted
S - search could be frustrated
2
Q
Section 8 warrant application
A
- Not necessary to identify informant
- accurate + recent
- nature of articles + location
- have evidence that relates to an offence
- checks on occupiers and premises
- info checks
- previous searches
- inspectors authorisation
- info that undermines grounds
3
Q
Warrants info
A
- All court warrants to be returned to court
- warrants read out to occupier
- inspector authorisation 28 day warrants
- further warrants superintendent
- last extension from magistrate
