CT HB05532

Establishes a procedure for judges to issue administrative search warrants upon complaint by two authorized state or local officials when they cannot gain access to private property despite reasonable attempts to obtain consent.

Requires warrant applicants to demonstrate either that the property is part of a legally authorized inspection program or that probable cause exists to believe a serious hazard to persons or property or legal violation exists on the property.

Mandates warrant execution within ten days, with written reports required from officials; copies of warrants and affidavits must be provided to property owners within forty-eight hours unless delayed by court order for limited periods.

Establishes criminal penalties of up to $1,000 fine and one year imprisonment for interfering with warrant execution, or up to $10,000 fine and ten years imprisonment if a deadly or dangerous weapon is used.

Allows persons aggrieved by searches to move for suppression of evidence on grounds including lack of warrant, insufficient warrant description, or illegal execution, with court review of factual issues.