To arrest a suspect in another person's home, does the police need to obtain a search warrant to enter the house legally?
A) Regardless of the circumstances, without a search warrant the police could not enter the home
B) The police may enter the home without a search warrant only if exigent circumstances are present
C) The police may enter the home without a search warrant only if consent is given by the owner
D) The police may enter the home without a warrant if exigent circumstances are present or if consent is given by the owner

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The police can enter a home without a warrant if there are exigent circumstances—situations that require immediate action, such as chasing a suspect or preventing harm—or if the homeowner consents to their entry.

To Arrest a Suspect in Another Person's Home, Does the Police