Who is legally responsible for making the application for a non-consensual intercept?

The legal responsibility for making the application for a non-consensual intercept falls on the actual District Attorney or Attorney General. This is because they are the authorized legal representatives who understand the legal requirements and implications of obtaining a wiretap order. Their role includes gathering evidence, presenting a compelling reason for the intercept, and ensuring that all legal protocols are properly followed in accordance with the law. The District Attorney or Attorney General has the necessary training and authority to initiate such proceedings, ensuring that the rights of individuals are protected while also pursuing the interests of justice.

The other options do not hold the legal authority or responsibility to apply for a intercept. Local police officers may be involved in investigations and gathering evidence but typically work under the authority of the District Attorney in such matters. Victims of crimes may not have the standing or resources to make such legal applications. A presiding judge, while critical to the process, acts as an arbiter rather than an applicant; the judge reviews applications submitted by the District Attorney or Attorney General and decides whether to grant the interception order based on the evidence and arguments presented.