Before serving any drug search warrant, which authority must be notified?

• A. Shift supervisor
• B. SID Lieutenant
• C. District Attorney
• D. Public Defender

Answer: (B)

Supervisory oversight for drug investigations. Notifying the Special Investigations Division Lieutenant before serving a drug warrant ensures the operation has the right specialized supervision, risk assessment, and coordination of resources from the outset. The SID Lieutenant oversees sensitive drug cases, so their awareness helps enforce proper procedures, safety, and integrity of the investigation.

While a shift supervisor should be informed about high‑risk activities and the District Attorney is involved in obtaining the warrant, the protocol specifically requires notifying the SID Lieutenant for this type of operation. The Public Defender is not notified prior to execution.