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ATJ 412.1

Search Warrant for Seizure of Firearms

Illinois · Illinois Supreme Court · Effective May 1, 2025

This form is used by a judge to issue a search warrant. It asks the court to allow law enforcement to search a specific place and take firearms, parts, or licenses from a person.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when a judge believes there is enough evidence that a person poses an immediate threat and that the person has firearms or parts that could be used to make a firearm at a certain location.

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Official instructions

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Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The judge uses this form to issue the search warrant after hearing testimony from the petitioner. Great care must be taken to fill out the case information correctly.
What does the court order to be seized?
The court can order the seizure of firearms, firearm parts, FOID cards, and Concealed Carry Licenses. You must specify what items are being sought.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect May 1, 2025.

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