Warren v. Commonwealth

Again we review a case in which the sole question involved is the validity of a search warrant. Specifically we decide whether the affidavit for the warrant properly established probable cause.

Charles Beverly Warren appeals his conviction by a jury of possession of heroin with intent to distribute, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, and possession of marijuana. The apartment of Warren was searched pursuant to a search warrant and quantities of heroin and cocaine, together with drug paraphernalia, were found. The search warrant was based upon an affidavit made June 7, 1972 by…