Warrants & Affidavit Writing - January 15, 2026 (St. Paul, MN)

This class is designed for law enforcement personnel at all levels interested in having the components of a warrant broken down into simple, understandable concepts and having the drafting and execution process mapped out systematically. The class focuses on how to articulate probable cause in difficult cases and how to maximize the utility of your warrant by expansively delineating the property to be seized and effectively describing the entire premises to be searched.

Overview of Topics:

❑ Understanding the Components of a Warrant

❑ Your Warrant is not to be judged as an entry in “an essay writing contest…”

❑ Persuasive Writing and how to Build Probable Cause

❑ How to Thoroughly Describe the “Premises” to be Searched

❑ How to Comprehensively Delineate the “Property” to be Seized

❑ Effective Presentation of your Bio

❑ Common Errors and Helpful Rules of Thumb

❑ Defending your Work Against Defense Attorneys, Judges, Prosecutors, and Supervisors

PLEASE NOTE: Due to Minnesota state tax policy, transaction and service fees, all tickets must be paid for, even if the attendee fails to attend the training.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

St. Paul Police - Richard Rowan Public Safety Training Center, 600 Lafayette Road, North St. Paul, United States

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