State v. Nedergard

Bruno Nedergard appeals from his conviction for possession of marijuana with intent to deliver or manufacture. RCW 69.50.401(a). Nedergard contends that police illegally used a ruse to enter his residence to establish probable cause for a search warrant. We affirm.

On July 30, 1986, King County police officers executed a search warrant at a residence in Ravensdale. The sole occupant of the house, appellant Nedergard, was arrested. A search of the basement revealed two marijuana growing rooms. Officers seized 20 large marijuana plants and numerous items of growing equipment.

The affidavit in…