My book's police detective is going to a bank to gain access to financial records. Will he need a subpoena?
I'm writing a police procedural novel and am learning about how the police force works. The story is set in Wichita, Kansas.
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you should have already done this research before starting your book, why don't you get a procedure manual, or look it up in a law book? I don't know if the laws are federal, or state so how can we help you?
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virginia, it's time to do some real-world research. Call the cops in Wichita. Explain you're a writer and it's important to get details about police procedure correct. Ask if there is a public information officer or someone else to whom you can speak. In all likelihood, they'll put you in touch with someone that very day. FWIW, I'm pretty sure they do not need a subpoena, but that's strictly a best-guess.
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A sopoena is an order that someone or some records must appear in court. What you are asking about is called a search warrant. In normal times, yes they would need a warrant issued by a judge. However, under the "patriot act", they can claim they are investigating a terrorist and look at whatever they want without a warant. That is why some people feel this act is contrary to the 4th amendment to the US constitution. I live near Wichita, lots of crime there for your book!
I'm writing a police procedural novel and am learning about how the police force works. The story is set in Wichita, Kansas.
Law Enforcement & Police - 3 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
you should have already done this research before starting your book, why don't you get a procedure manual, or look it up in a law book? I don't know if the laws are federal, or state so how can we help you?
2 :
virginia, it's time to do some real-world research. Call the cops in Wichita. Explain you're a writer and it's important to get details about police procedure correct. Ask if there is a public information officer or someone else to whom you can speak. In all likelihood, they'll put you in touch with someone that very day. FWIW, I'm pretty sure they do not need a subpoena, but that's strictly a best-guess.
3 :
A sopoena is an order that someone or some records must appear in court. What you are asking about is called a search warrant. In normal times, yes they would need a warrant issued by a judge. However, under the "patriot act", they can claim they are investigating a terrorist and look at whatever they want without a warant. That is why some people feel this act is contrary to the 4th amendment to the US constitution. I live near Wichita, lots of crime there for your book!
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