For more information, details, and questions related to ferrets and the law contact the CDFA Legal Director . Two sad events illustrate an important point for ferret owners in California. One involved the Sunnyvale police department and the other, state humane officers. In each case, these officers talked their way into the home of a ferret owner and seized the animals. Our attorney reminds us that a search warrant with 'probable cause' listed on that warrant is the only thing that can force you to open your door to a stranger.
Probable cause is the reason the search is being conducted.
A valid search warrant must list your accuser and can only be obtained by the police from a judge or magistrate.