IMPD Will Stop Using No-Knock Warrants

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department will no longer use no-knock warrants. 

The change was made through a procedural notice and goes into effect immediately.

In a written statement IMPD Chief Randal Taylor said the department is responding to community concern. 

“Our continued dialogue with residents has allowed us to better understand what they expect of us as a police department, and make changes that benefit all in our community,” Taylor said.

The practice of no-knock warrants allows police to enter a residence without first announcing their presence and purpose. The tactic has come under scrutiny after Louisville police used it, leading to the shooting death of Breonna Taylor.