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No-knock warrants under scrutiny
Habersham toddler injured in raid stirs debate on whether technique is appropriate
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When a 19-month-old toddler was injured in the execution of a “no-knock” warrant, it raised questions on whether the technique is appropriate and safe. A “no-knock” warrant allows a law enforcement officer to enter a dwelling or other location by surprise. But in a troubling twist, it was Habersham County officers who were surprised during a May 28 raid in Cornelia when they found young Bounkham Phonesavanh, as well as three other children, living in the residence.