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Code · North Carolina · Chapter 15A — Criminal Procedure Act

§ 15A-252. Service of a search warrant.

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§ 15A-252. Service of a search warrant.
Before undertaking any search or seizure pursuant to the warrant, the officer must read the warrant and give a copy of the warrant application and affidavit to the person to be searched, or the person in apparent control of the premises or vehicle to be searched. If no one in apparent and responsible control is occupying the premises or vehicle, the officer must leave a copy of the warrant affixed to the premises or vehicle. (1973, c. 1286, s. 1.)
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