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This bill modifies provisions relating to warrants executed by law enforcement officers. It repeals and replaces Section 542.276 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, which governs the application, issuance, and execution of search warrants. The key changes include: (1) requiring law enforcement to obtain approval from a supervising officer before seeking a "no-knock" warrant, which allows entry without prior notice; (2) mandating that officers executing such warrants wear body cameras and have emergency medical personnel on standby; and (3) specifying the circumstances under which "no-knock" warrants can be issued, such as for violent crimes or when giving notice would endanger lives or destroy evidence. The bill also clarifies the procedures for executing search warrants and the grounds for invalidating them.

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