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According to the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Lange v. California, when can police officers enter the home of a fleeing misdemeanor suspect without a warrant?
What did the U.S. Supreme Court reject in the Lange v. California case?
According to the Legal Bulletin, why did the California Department of Justice argue against categorically applying a 'hot pursuit' exception to the warrant requirement in the misdemeanor context?
When can police officers act without waiting to obtain a warrant?
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What qualifies as an exigent circumstance justifying a warrantless entry into a home?
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What are some recognized exceptions to the general requirement of obtaining a search warrant before entering or searching a home?
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