Exam 312-49v10 topic 1 question 243 discussion

The correct answer is A. Search warrant. A search warrant is a legal document issued by a judge or magistrate that authorizes law enforcement or investigators to conduct a search of a specific location for evidence related to a crime or investigation. It is typically required before an investigation can be carried out at a location, especially if the location is private property. A subpoena (B) is a legal order to produce evidence or testify in court, but it is not required to initiate an investigation. Habeas corpus (C) is a legal principle that protects individuals from unlawful detention, but it is not related to the search and seizure of evidence. Modus operandi (D) refers to the methods or techniques used by a criminal to commit a crime, but it is not a legal requirement for conducting an investigation.