Test 3. Search Warrants

Question 1

§ 17-5-20

Requirements for issuance of search warrant generally

Answer 1

Only a certififed peace officer in the course of official duty may apply for a search warrant

Question 2

According to § 17-5-21:

Grounds for issuance of search warrant; scope of search pursuant to search warrant; issuance by retired judge or judge emeritus

what are grounds for a search warrant?

Answer 2

Written compliant of any certified peace officer which states facts show sufficient probable cause

Question 3

According to § 17-5-21:

Grounds for issuance of search warrant; scope of search pursuant to search warrant; issuance by retired judge or judge emeritus

who may issue a search warrant?

Answer 3

Any judicial officer authorized to hold court of inquiry to examine into an arrest of an offender against penal laws

Question 4

Judges derive their authority from the _________ they serve.

Answer 4

area

1. City
2. County
3. Circuit

Question 5

Judicial officer must remain ___________ and _____________.

Answer 5

1. neutral
2. detached

Question 6

The magistrate’s duty is to determine whether _____________ _____________ exists to issue a search warrant.

Answer 6

probable cause

Question 7

What is the standard of proof for issuance of a search warrant?

Answer 7

Probable cause

Question 8

Probable cause to search means that it is ________ _______________ that not that contraband or evidence of a crime will be found in a particular place.

Answer 8

fair probability

Question 9

Probable cause may be developed through the following means:

Answer 9

1. Personal observation
2. Investigation
3. Victims of crime
4. WItnesses
5. Informants
6. Concerned Citizens
7. Anonymous Tipster