ASSIGNMENT 03
J03 Criminal Procedure
Directions:  Be sure to make an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading.  Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar.  Sources must be cited in APA format.  Your response should be a minimum of one (1) single-spaced page to a maximum of two (2) pages in length; refer to the “Assignment Format” page for specific format requirements.

Answer the following questions.

1.    Briefly describe the difference between an arrest warrant and a search warrant. 

2.    What are the three essential components of an arrest warrant or a search warrant? 

3.    Compare the meaning of probable cause in an arrest warrant to the meaning of probable cause in a search warrant.

4.    Why do you think a search warrant requires probable cause that the items to be seized are in the location to be searched, but an arrest warrant does not have the same requirement?

Grading

Question #1    15 points

Question #2    15 points
    Component 1    5 points
    Component 2    5 points
    Component 3    5 points

Question #3    20 points

Question #4    20 points
   
Body paragraphs
Organization, Coherence    15 points
Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation     10 points
References     5 points