Question

Officer Darden believes a crime has been committed at a certain location. Before entering the premises to investigate,what must he first obtain?

Answer 1

Before entering the premises to investigate, Officer Darden must have a search warrant granted by a judge based on probable cause. Judges review information submitted based on probable cause. They then determine if there is enough evidence to grant the warrant.

Answer 2

• A search warrant granted by a judge based on probable cause.

Police must be careful not to exceed the scope of the warrant.