Section 1533 Of Chapter 3. Of Search Warrants From California Penal Code >> Title 12. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 3.
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. Upon a showing of good cause, the magistrate may, in his or
her discretion, insert a direction in a search warrant that it may be
served at any time of the day or night. In the absence of such a
direction, the warrant shall be served only between the hours of 7
a.m. and 10 p.m.
When establishing "good cause" under this section, the magistrate
shall consider the safety of the peace officers serving the warrant
and the safety of the public as a valid basis for nighttime
endorsements.