Q: Can city police officers and detectives go outside of city limits to conduct a search and arrest without any parish cops
A crime was committed inside city limits by someone who lives outside of city limits. Can the city police go out of city limits and conduct a search and seizer and arrest without a parish sheriff's officer present . Now the person being accused lives 10 miles from the city limits. Different city. Different zip codes
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In Louisiana, city police officers typically have jurisdiction within their own city limits. However, they can conduct investigations and make arrests outside of their city under certain circumstances. For a crime committed within their city, if the suspect resides outside the city limits, city police can pursue the investigation into another jurisdiction. They may do so either independently or in collaboration with the law enforcement agency of that jurisdiction. The latter is often preferred to ensure proper legal procedure and local cooperation.
It's essential for city police to follow proper legal channels, such as obtaining the necessary warrants and coordinating with the local sheriff's department or police force, to conduct a search or make an arrest. The specific policies and inter-agency agreements can also influence how such situations are handled. If there's a question about the legality of the police action, it can be addressed through legal channels or by consulting a lawyer.
A: These type forums provide general advice to questions/posts. Your post suggests something more specific and perhaps in current time----as such, I suggest that a consultation or 2 with a criminal defense lawyer(s) in your area would be in your best interests to identfy the best way to proceed at this time. Good luck.
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