Procedure 504 Execution of Search Warrant

Question 1

During normal duty hours, the Officer-in-Charge or Warrant Execution Supervisor assigned to units that do not routinely execute search warrants (i.e, Patrol & Traffic) must notify the _______which has investigative responsibility for the offense listed in the search warrant, so any active investigations are not compromised.

Answer 1

Investigations Division Unit

Question 2

The duties to search, definitions, requisites, issuance, scope, authority, and execution of search warrants are outlined in _________ of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.

Answer 2

Chapter 18

Question 3

When planning to execute a high risk search warrant, or where there is a probability forced entry will be needed to gain entry, each member involved in the execution of a search warrant ___________.

Answer 3

Wears Body Armor

Question 4

Plains clothes officers will deconflict through _______ in arrest and search warrants.

Answer 4

HIDTA

Question 5

________ ensures the dispatcher is notified before and after the execution of the warrant.

Answer 5

Warrant Execution Supervisor

Question 6

Ensures the warrant is carried to the scene and is exhibited to the person, if any, in charge of the premises.

Answer 6

Officer-in-Charge

Question 7

________ is responsible for positively identifying the correct location where the warrant will be executed and for directing the entry team to the correct location.

Answer 7

Verification Officer

Question 8

The announcement and demand are not required when the __________ can articulate particular exigent circumstances that exist that create a reasonable suspicion that to announce and demand would be futile.

Answer 8

Officer-in-Charge

Question 9

__________ conducts warrant research in accordance with SAPD form #8-WIC.

Answer 9

Officer-in-Charge

Question 10

When the Warrant Execution Supervisor determines a high probability of death or serious bodily injury exists, the supervisor or his designee shall contact a _______ unit supervisor to determine the necessity for inclusion in the execution of the warrant.

Answer 10

Special Weapons and Tactics

Question 11

When the premises have been secured, a searching team conducts the search. The searching team is composed of as few officers as is practical and may include members of the _______.

Answer 11

Security Team