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KS HB2224

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Alexis Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Law enforcement officers must be properly uniformed when executing a search warrant at a dwelling
  • Officers must knock on the door and announce their presence in a manner reasonably expected to be heard by occupants before entering
  • "Dwelling" is defined as a building or portion used or intended for use as a human habitation, home, or residence
  • Search warrants may still be executed at any time of day or night
  • Amends K.S.A. 22-2510 and takes effect upon publication in the statute book

Legislative Description

Requiring a law enforcement officer executing a search warrant at residential premises to be uniformed and to knock and announce themselves before entering the property.

Last Action

House Referred to Committee on Judiciary

2/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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