15A-244. Contents of the application for a search warrant.
Each application for a search warrant must be made in writing upon oath or affirmation. All applications must contain:
(1) The name and title of the applicant; and
(2) A statement that there is probable cause to believe that items subject to seizure under G.S. 15A-242 may be found in or upon a designated or described place, vehicle, or person; and
(3) Allegations of fact supporting the statement. The statements must be supported by one or more affidavits particularly setting forth the facts and circumstances establishing probable cause to believe that the items are in the places or in the possession of the individuals to be searched; and
(4) A request that the court issue a search warrant directing a search for and the seizure of the items in question. (1973, c. 1286, s. 1.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 15A - Criminal Procedure Act
§ 15A-241 - Definition of search warrant.
§ 15A-242 - Items subject to seizure under a search warrant.
§ 15A-243 - Who may issue a search warrant.
§ 15A-244 - Contents of the application for a search warrant.
§ 15A-245 - Basis for issuance of a search warrant; duty of the issuing official.
§ 15A-246 - Form and content of the search warrant.
§ 15A-247 - Who may execute a search warrant.
§ 15A-248 - Time of execution of a search warrant.
§ 15A-249 - Officer to give notice of identity and purpose.
§ 15A-252 - Service of a search warrant.
§ 15A-253 - Scope of the search; seizure of items not named in the warrant.
§ 15A-254 - List of items seized.
§ 15A-255 - Frisk of persons present in premises or vehicle to be searched.
§ 15A-256 - Detention and search of persons present in private premises or vehicle to be searched.
§ 15A-257 - Return of the executed warrant.