If a detective obtains a search and seizure warrant on October 12, 2003, at 5:00 PM, when does this warrant expire?

A search and seizure warrant generally has a specific validity period defined by law. In many jurisdictions, the warrant typically remains valid for a set period, often 14 days after it is issued, unless the issuing judge specifies a shorter duration. In the scenario presented, the warrant was obtained on October 12, 2003, at 5:00 PM.

By adding 14 days to the date of issuance, the expiration date would be October 26, 2003. However, in the context of the question, it is important to understand that the correct answer pertains to the specific timeframe related to when the search can occur rather than the maximum validity period permissible. Generally, a search must be executed within a designated timeframe, often within the day or two following issuance if no further provisions are given.

Thus, if it is interpreted that the urgent need for execution is emphasized right after issuance, the warrant could be valid until the close of business on the following day, which typically leads to its expiration exactly at the same time on October 14, 2003, at 5:00 PM. This understanding aligns with the customary judicial practice for executing warrants. Hence, choosing October 14, 5:00 PM aligns with the