explaining that when a search warrant is lost before the suppression hearing, "[t]he Government does not need to prove the warrant's existence with certainty, but rather by a preponderance of the evidence."
Summary of this case from U.S. v. TapiaNo. 05-10353.
May 15, 2006.
Certiorari Denied
C.A. 11th Cir. Certiorari denied. Reported below: 438 F. 3d 1264.
explaining that when a search warrant is lost before the suppression hearing, "[t]he Government does not need to prove the warrant's existence with certainty, but rather by a preponderance of the evidence."
Summary of this case from U.S. v. TapiaFull title:PRATT v. UNITED STATES
Court:U.S.
Date published: May 15, 2006
Because Mr. Tapia challenges the search as warrantless, the government must prove a valid arrest warrant…