What is one requirement for a valid search warrant?

A valid search warrant must contain specific details regarding both the location to be searched and the items that are to be seized. This requirement is rooted in the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution, which protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures. The specificity ensures that law enforcement officers do not have excessively broad authority and only perform searches on the premises and for the items that have been specifically approved by a judge. This safeguard is crucial in maintaining the balance between law enforcement duties and an individual's right to privacy.

While other options may relate to investigative practices, they do not hold the same legal significance as the requirement for specificity in a search warrant. For example, a risk assessment completion isn't mandated for warrant validity, nor is the presence of an officer during the search itself a legal necessity for the warrant's validity. Additionally, notifying the subject of a search in advance can sometimes lead to evidence destruction, which is why warrants are typically executed without prior notification unless exceptions apply.