Florida generally follows the "knock and announce" rule, which requires police to identify themselves and wait a reasonable amount of time before entering. However, "no-knock" entries may be authorized if there is a specific, articulable fear that evidence will be destroyed or that officers will be in immediate danger. If police used a no-knock entry without a specific judicial authorization or emergency, a skilled attorney may challenge the entry as an Illegal Search and Seizure in Florida.
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