Arrest Warrants

Learn about warrants--what's in them, and how police officers get them.

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Learn about warrants--what's in them, and how police officers get them.

Arrest Warrants, With and Without Probable Cause

Law enforcement must follow these steps to obtain a warrant.

Arrest Warrants: What's in Them, How Police Get Them
Neutral judges issue warrants, based on evidence presented by law enforcement.
Arrests Without Initial Probable Cause
Sometimes, the police get to try again.

Common Questions About Arrest Warrants

These questions often arise when dealing with arrest warrants.

Will the case against me be thrown out if the police failed to obtain an arrest warrant?
Although evidence seized in the course of an illegal arrest cannot be used, police may use independently gathered evidence to try again for probable cause.
Can I forcefully resist an arrest that's carried out without probable cause?
Save your arguments for court.