Iowa Ct. R. 14.402 (2026)

Rule 14.402 Issuance of electronic search warrant. 14.402(1) Oath or affirmation for application. Upon receiving an electronic search warrant application, the receiving judicial officer must, by live interactive audio, confirm the identity of the peace officer who submitted the electronic search warrant application, administer the officer’s oath or affirmation, and receive the officer’s sworn testimony, if any. 14.402(2) Granting of application. Upon granting the electronic search warrant application and when issuing the electronic search warrant, the judicial officer must:

a. Sign the electronic search warrant application using the platform’s approved signature method. b. Sign the electronic endorsement on the search warrant application using the platform’s approved signature method. c. Complete and sign the electronic search warrant using the platform’s approved signature method. 14.402(3) Denial of application. If the judicial officer determines that the electronic search warrant application should not be issued, the judicial officer must decline to sign the warrant on the platform. 14.402(4) Additional information. A judicial officer may add additional information to the documents in the electronic search warrant package where permitted by the form or template. 14.402(5) Transfer of application. A judicial officer may transfer an electronic search warrant package to another judicial officer to administer the peace officer’s oath or affirmation and issue the electronic search warrant if necessary. [Court Order September 5, 2024, effective November 4, 2024]