What must accompany the return of a search warrant?

• A. A diary of the officers involved.
• B. An inventory of items seized.
• C. A list of unrelated charges.
• D. A copy of the warrant.

Answer: (B)

During a search, the return filed with the issuing court must include a complete inventory of items seized. This inventory provides a detailed, itemized record of every property taken, including descriptions and locations, and often identifiers like serial numbers. It ensures accountability and a proper chain of custody, helping prevent loss or misplacement and giving the court and the parties a clear accounting of what was removed. Other items—such as officer diaries or unrelated charges—don’t pertain to what was seized, and while the warrant may be referenced or attached, the key requirement for the return is the itemized inventory.