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Executive Order 12949

Foreign Intelligence Physical Searches

Ordered by William J. Clinton on February 9, 1995

Summary

Authorizes Attorney General to approve warrantless physical searches up to one year for foreign intelligence collection. Permits AG to seek court orders from Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. Designates specific national security officials to certify applications for these searches, pending Senate confirmation.

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