A. Except as provided in subsection B of this section, in executing an inspection warrant, the person authorized to execute the warrant shall, before entry, make a reasonable effort to present the person's credentials, authority and purpose to an occupant or person in possession of the place to be inspected or investigated designated in the warrant and show the occupant or person in possession of the place the warrant or a copy thereof upon request.
B. In executing an inspection warrant, the person authorized to execute the warrant need not inform anyone of the person's authority and purpose, as described in subsection A of this section, but may promptly enter the designated place if it is at the time unoccupied or not in the possession of any person or at the time reasonably is believed to be in such condition.
C. A peace officer may be requested to assist in the execution of the inspection warrant.
D. An inspection warrant must be executed and returned to the municipal judge by whom it was issued within ten (10) days from its date, unless such municipal judge before the expiration of such time, by endorsement thereon, extends the time for five (5) days. After the expiration of the time prescribed by this subsection, the warrant is void; however, upon the initiation of a new application may be again issued if the terms of this chapter are otherwise satisfied. (1978 Code)