New York Watch, Guard, or Patrol Agency (WGP) License Practice Exam

Can a warrant be for property instead of a person?

1. No

2. Yes

3. Only in federal cases

4. Only for stolen property

The correct answer is: Yes

A warrant is a legal document issued by a judge or court authorizing the search or seizure of a person or property. The purpose of a warrant is to make sure that law enforcement officials have a valid reason to conduct a search or seizure. Therefore, a warrant can be issued for property instead of a person if there is probable cause to believe that the property is evidence of a crime or is being used in connection with a crime. Option A is incorrect because a warrant can be issued for property. Option C is incorrect because a warrant can also be issued in state cases, not just federal ones. Option D is incorrect because a warrant can be issued for any type of property, not just stolen property, as long as there is probable cause to believe it is connected to a crime.