Police in hot pursuit of a fleeing suspect may not pursue that suspect into a protected place, such as a home, without having to wait until a warrant can be obtained.

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This statement is incorrect. Police may pursue a suspect into a protected place if they have probable cause and exigent circumstances, such as a risk to public safety or the possibility of the suspect destroying evidence. However, they still must obtain a warrant as soon as possible after the pursuit.

Police in Hot Pursuit of a Fleeing Suspect May Not