CASE 11.2
Asearch warrantis a written document, signed by a judge or magistrate, authorizing a law enforcement officer to conduct a search. The Fourth Amendment specifies that "no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched and the Persons or things to be seized." In light of the plain language of the Fourth Amendment, search warrants issued by a neutral judicial officer are the preferred mechanism for authorizing and conducting searches and seizures in the United States.
The vesting of warrant-issuing power in a neutral and detached judicial officer stems from the Supreme Court's mandate that warrants can be issued only by people who are not involved in the:
A. activities of law enforcement.
B. activities of the court.
C. activities of justice officials.
D. activities of legal affairs.
Answer: A
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