Practice question

Passage: "A search warrant is a legal document signed by a judge that authorizes law enforcement to search a specific place for specific items. To obtain one, an officer must show probable cause that evidence of a crime will be found there. The warrant describes the location and the items sought." According to the passage, who signs a search warrant?

  1. The arresting officer
  2. A judge
  3. The district attorney
  4. The property owner

Answer: B — A judge

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