Le mandat de perquisition
Example: Le mandat de perquisition autorise la police à fouiller la maison.
Definition
"Le mandat de perquisition" is a legal document authorizing law enforcement to search a specific location for evidence related to a crime. It grants the police the official right to enter and examine premises under legal supervision, ensuring searches respect individual rights and legal procedures.
Etymology
The phrase "le mandat de perquisition" originates from French legal terminology. "Mandat" means 'warrant' or 'mandate,' deriving from Latin 'mandatum,' meaning 'command' or 'order.' "Perquisition" comes from Latin 'perquirere,' meaning 'to search thoroughly.' Together, they form a term meaning 'search warrant.' Did you know? The concept of a search warrant dates back to medieval times, emphasizing lawful permission to enter private property.
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"Le mandat de perquisition" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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