knock and announce rule
nounLegal Definition of knock and announce rule
: a rule of criminal procedure requiring that police announce their authority and purpose before entering a premises in execution of a search or arrest warrant unless special circumstances (as risk of harm to the police) warrant unannounced or forcible entry — compare exigent circumstances, no-knock search warrant at warrant
Comments on knock and announce rule
What made you want to look up knock and announce rule? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Name that Food Quiz
-
- Name these cookies!
Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Share knock and announce rule
Resources for knock and announce rule