Daniel Alaniz was convicted by plea of possessing heroin. (Health & Saf. Code, § 11350.) Prior thereto, he unsuccessfully brought a motion pursuant to Penal Code section 1538.5. He appeals contending: "I. There was no compliance with Penal Code section 1531, and non-compliance was not excusable. II. The seizure of the balloon was incident to an illegal arrest."
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