Q: how long can the police hold a phone without serva warrent and can they legally remove those phones from accounts
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If the police take your phone without a warrant, they generally cannot hold it indefinitely. In most cases, they need to return your phone unless they obtain a warrant or have a valid legal reason to keep it. The law generally requires that they move quickly to secure a warrant if they believe your phone contains evidence of a crime.
As for removing your phone from accounts, they are not legally allowed to do so without proper authorization. Tampering with or altering your accounts could be considered a violation of your rights. You should be informed of any such actions, and they would typically need a warrant or your consent to access your accounts.
If your phone has been taken or tampered with, it’s important to seek legal advice to protect your rights and ensure proper procedures are followed.
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