No-Knock Warrants
Texas Bill Would Ban “No-Knock” Warrants
AUSTIN, Texas (Nov. 30, 2022) – A bill prefiled in the Texas House would ban “no-knock” warrants and set the foundation to nullify several Supreme Court opinions in practice and effect. On Nov. 18, Rep. Ron Reynolds (D) prefiled House Bill 762 (HB762) for introduction...
St. Louis Bans No-Knock Warrants
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (June 22, 2022) – Last week, St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones signed an executive order banning no-knock warrants. The ban takes a step toward nullifying several Supreme Court opinions in practice and effect. Mayor Jones signed the executive order...
Austin Texas Voters Decriminalize Marijuana and Ban No-Knock Warrants
AUSTIN, Texas (May 16, 2022) – Austin voters overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure ending local enforcement of low-level marijuana offenses and banning no-knock warrants. Under Proposition A, the Austin police “shall not issue citations or make arrests for...
Minnesota House Committee Passes Bill to Ban No-Knock Warrants in Many Situations
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Feb. 28, 2022) – Last week, a Minnesota House committee passed a bill that would ban no-knock warrants in many situations, and take a step toward nullifying several Supreme Court opinions in practice and effect. A coalition of 21 Democrats introduced...