Which of the following statements is true regarding warrantless arrests?

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Police may make a warrantless arrest for public offenses, such as disorderly conduct or driving under the influence, as these are considered crimes that affect the public's safety and welfare.

Police may also make a warrantless arrest for felonies not committed in their presence if they have probable cause to believe that the suspect committed the crime. This includes situations where the suspect is attempting to flee, destroying evidence, or poses a threat to public safety.

While police generally need a warrant to enter a dwelling for an arrest, there are exceptions, such as when they have exigent circumstances (e.g. the suspect is about to escape or there is a risk of harm to others). Therefore, statement C is incorrect.

Overall, statement D is the most accurate because all of these statements contain some level of truth regarding warrantless arrests.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Warrantless Arrests