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Lange v California (Misdemeanor Pursuit)

594 U.S. 295 (2021)
JurisdictionUnited States
Year2021
Statusunclear

Key Principle

Pursuit of a fleeing misdemeanor suspect does not categorically justify warrantless home entry; exigency must be assessed case by case.

Area of Law

criminal

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