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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?

  • When the suspect is considered dangerous (correct)
  • When the suspect is believed to have committed a felony
  • When the suspect is a repeat offender
  • When the suspect is attempting to destroy evidence
  • What did the U.S. Supreme Court reject in the Lange v. California case?

  • The requirement of a warrant for felony cases
  • The use of the 'hot pursuit' exception for misdemeanors (correct)
  • The historical evidence regarding the Fourth Amendment
  • The use of force during warrantless entries
  • 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?

  • It would be contrary to historical evidence
  • It would set a dangerous precedent for felony cases
  • It would increase intrusions on legitimate privacy interests (correct)
  • It would violate the Fourth Amendment
  • When can police officers act without waiting to obtain a warrant?

    <p>When there is a need to render emergency assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What qualifies as an exigent circumstance justifying a warrantless entry into a home?

    <p>The totality of circumstances in a fleeing misdemeanant incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some recognized exceptions to the general requirement of obtaining a search warrant before entering or searching a home?

    <p>Valid consent and the community caretaking doctrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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