2019 Senate Bill 114

Restrict warrantless residence searches

Introduced in the Senate

Feb. 14, 2019

Introduced by Sen. Pete Lucido (R-8)

To establish that a law enforcement officer may not search a residence without a search warrant if a resident expressly objects, even if another resident consents after the objector is no longer physically present. This would not apply if one resident is the victim of a crime committed by another resident, or in “exigent” circumstances, meaning there is imminent danger to people, a suspect may escape or evidence may be destroyed.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

Oct. 8, 2019

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.