Question

civics chapter 4 section 2 homework assignment
what is a search warrant?
a court order that allows the police to force a confession of a suspect using torture tactics.
a court order that states the authorities have enough criminal evidence to search an individuals property.
a court order that allows private citizens to search police officers houses.

Explanation:

A search warrant is a legal document issued by a court. It gives law - enforcement (not private citizens) the right to search a particular place (not to force confessions through torture). The key is that it is based on the authorities having sufficient criminal evidence to justify the search of an individual's property.

Answer:

A court order that states the authorities have enough criminal evidence to search an individuals property.