808.1  Definitions.

For purposes of this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

1.  "Search warrant" means an order in writing pursuant to the requirements of section 808.3, in the name of the state, signed by a magistrate, and directed to a peace officer commanding the officer to search a person, premises, or thing.

2.  "Affidavit" means a written declaration or statement of fact made under oath, or legally sufficient affirmation, before any person authorized to administer oaths within or without the state.

Section History: Early form

  [C51, § 3291; R60, § 5024; C73, § 4629; C97, § 5545; C24, 27, 31, § 13418; C35, § 13441-g1; C39, § 13441.01; C46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 71, 73, 75, 77, § 751.1; C79, 81, § 808.1]

Footnotes

  See § 622.85; R.Cr.P. 30


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