Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI v10) — Question 81

A law enforcement officer may only search for and seize criminal evidence with _______________________, which are facts or circumstances that would lead a reasonable person to believe a crime has been committed or is about to be committed, evidence of the specific crime exists and the evidence of the specific crime exists at the place to be searched.

Answer options

• A. Mere Suspicion
• B. A preponderance of the evidence
• C. Probable cause
• D. Beyond a reasonable doubt

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Probable cause, as it establishes the necessary legal standard for law enforcement to conduct a search based on reasonable belief of criminal activity. A merely Mere Suspicion does not meet the legal threshold needed for a search, while A preponderance of the evidence and Beyond a reasonable doubt are standards used in civil and criminal trials, respectively, not for search warrants.