The book traces the evolution of search warrant law through landmark Supreme Court cases, highlighting the ongoing tension between law enforcement needs and individual privacy. It argues that the effectiveness of search warrants in protecting against unreasonable searches depends on strict adherence to procedural rules. Beginning with fundamental concepts like probable cause, the book progresses through the warrant application process, execution, and remedies for Fourth Amendment violations, such as the exclusionary rule.
This approach offers a practical understanding of search warrant law, valuable for attorneys, law enforcement, and anyone interested in criminal justice and constitutional law.