Who is authorized to execute search warrants?

The correct response identifies peace officers as the individuals authorized to execute search warrants. Under Arizona law, peace officers, such as police officers or sheriff's deputies, possess the legal authority to carry out search warrants issued by a judge or magistrate. This authorization stems from their role in law enforcement, which includes the responsibility for enforcing the law and upholding public safety.

Judges issue the search warrants, but they do not carry out the searches themselves; rather, they authorize peace officers to do so. Civilian investigators might assist in the investigative process but lack the legal authority on their own to execute search warrants. The term "any authorized personnel" is too broad and not specific to law enforcement officers, as execution of search warrants is a specific legal duty entrusted to peace officers. Understanding this distinction is vital for recognizing the chain of authority in law enforcement procedures.