A warrant built on hearsay after a homeowner told a man to leave his porch, from the Institute for Justice
Institute for JusticeOn YouTube: A warrant built on hearsay after a homeowner told a man to leave his porch, from the Institute for Justice (opens in a new tab)Denver, ColoradoExplained, not filmed
The momentA warrant for a homeowner's arrest and search sought on secondhand accounts after a confrontation at his door.
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The Institute for Justice goes through a Denver case where police obtained a search and arrest warrant based on third hand hearsay, after a property owner told an armed trespasser to leave his porch.
What it showsWhat a warrant is supposed to rest on, through a case brought by a public interest law firm.