Search and Seizure

Question 1

What is a search?

Answer 1

is an examination of a person, property, or premises with the intent to uncover evidence of a crime or criminal intent.

Question 2

what is a seizure?

Answer 2

is taking of items by authorities for evidence.

Question 3

Who grants search authority?

Answer 3

A Commander or a person serving in a position designated by the SecDef and a Military Judge or magistrate prescribed by the SecDef.

Question 4

What is On-Base Authority?

Answer 4

Squadron commanders may authorize a search of their areas.

Question 5

What is the Search authorization form?

Answer 5

AF Form 1176, Authority to Search and Seize.

Question 6

What is probable cause?

Answer 6

reasonable belief that the person, property, or evidence sought is located in the place or on the person to be searched.

Question 7

What the search with consent form?

Answer 7

AF Form 1364, Consent for Search and Seizure

Question 8

What is an RVI?

Answer 8

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