What type of items can a search warrant be issued for under MCL 780.652?

A search warrant issued under MCL 780.652 is intended to facilitate the collection of evidence that is likely to aid in criminal investigations or prosecutions. The law is designed to ensure that law enforcement has the authority to search for and seize items directly connected to criminal activity. This includes items that have been stolen or embezzled, as well as evidence that may be pertinent to a crime.

The rationale behind allowing the search and seizure of such items is rooted in the need to uphold justice by gathering concrete proof related to unlawful activities. The law recognizes that these items can provide critical insights into the circumstances of a crime, the identity of perpetrators, and can ultimately assist in the prosecution of those responsible.

Items specifically mentioned in the warrant (as noted in the third option) must still fall within the context of evidence related to a crime, which aligns with the broader definitions allowed under the law. Similarly, although personal belongings of the individual under investigation may be searched, it is done within the confines of items related to criminal activity. The choice accurately reflects the essence of what search warrants are designed to achieve: to uncover and secure items that hold evidentiary value in the pursuit of justice.