§ 1532 He may break open any outer or inner door or window of a house, for the purpose of liberating a person who, having entered to aid him in the execution…
Part 2: Of Criminal Procedure | Title 12: Of Special Proceedings of a Criminal Nature | Chapter 3: Of Search Warrants
Rule Text
He may break open any outer or inner door or window of a house, for the purpose of liberating a person who, having entered to aid him in the execution of the warrant, is detained therein, or when necessary for his own liberation.
Amendment history: Enacted 1872.