Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB510

Introduced
1/9/24  
Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant.(See HF 2190.)

Impact

The amendment primarily affects the procedures that law enforcement officers must follow when executing search warrants. By mandating a list of seized items rather than the actual items being presented to the magistrate, the bill may reduce the burden on law enforcement in terms of physically transporting seized property. This could also potentially lead to increased efficiency in handling search warrants and related judicial processes. However, implications for evidence management may arise, necessitating careful consideration of how seized items are documented and tracked.

Summary

House Study Bill 510 focuses on amending the current provisions regarding the issuance of search warrants in Iowa. The primary change brought forth by HSB510 requires that peace officers bring a list of any property seized before the magistrate after executing a search warrant, rather than bringing the seized property itself. This alteration aims to streamline the process involved in search warrant executions while providing clear documentation of any items seized during such actions.

Contention

While the bill aims for efficiency, it may face scrutiny regarding the safeguards around the handling of seized property and evidence. Stakeholders may express concerns over the potential for mismanagement or loss of evidence if physical items are not directly presented to the magistrate. Additionally, discussions might arise concerning the transparency of the search warrant execution process, particularly in cases where items of significant interest to criminal investigations are involved.

Companion Bills

IA SSB3010

Related A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant.(See SF 2172.)

IA HF2190

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant. (Formerly HSB 510.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SF2172

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant.(Formerly SSB 3010.)

Previously Filed As

IA SSB3010

A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant.(See SF 2172.)

IA SF2172

A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant.(Formerly SSB 3010.)

IA HF2190

A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a search warrant. (Formerly HSB 510.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SB175

Searches with Warrants; additional requirements for the issuance and execution of search warrants and no-knock warrants; provide

IA SB1660

Search warrants; authorizing search warrant for certain purpose; modifying requirements for certain search warrants. Effective date.

IA SB1387

Search warrants; audible notice; requirements

IA AB539

Search warrants.

IA HB736

Search warrants; execution.

IA HB05587

An Act Concerning Search Warrants.

IA SB404

Search warrants; copy of search warrant and affidavit given to at least one adult occupant.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.