Who applies for the search warrant, as reflected in the affidavit?

• A. Affiant
• B. Investigator
• C. Judge
• D. Clerk

Answer: (A)

The applicant is the affiant. The affiant is the person who signs and swears to the facts in the affidavit, presenting probable cause to obtain a search warrant. The affidavit is the sworn document that accompanies the request and is submitted to the judge for approval. While investigators may gather the information and a judge issues the warrant after reviewing the affidavit, the person who applies for the warrant is the affiant. The clerk handles filing and administrative duties, not the application itself.