The debate is now posted here: http://www.politechbot.com/p-02518.html -Declan On Sat, Sep 15, 2001 at 10:39:47AM -0500, measl@mfn.org wrote:
Declan,
I ignored the first two points because I don't think they're that important. These "warrantless searches" are emergency orders that have to be followed by a court order in 48 hours. Sometimes courts are closed and the cops need data right away. Tuesday evening would be a good example. This is not some out-of-control police authority.
This is TOTALLY and example of out-of-control police authority. Courts are open 24 jours a day for the purposes of abtaining warrants, or for other emergencies - in EVERY court in the United States. Doubt it? Go to any courthouse where there is a real judge (not a local "magistrate" or equiv), and ask for a copy of the "Local Rules of Court".