The rescue doctrine used in California courts is similar to the Supreme Court's ___________ exception to Miranda.

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The rescue doctrine in California allows evidence obtained during a warrantless search and seizure to be admissible in court if the search was made for the purpose of saving someone's life or property from imminent harm. Similarly, the Supreme Court's public safety exception to Miranda allows law enforcement officers to question suspects without first reading them their Miranda rights if there is an immediate threat to public safety. Therefore, the correct answer is C) public safety.

The Rescue Doctrine Used in California Courts Is Similar to the Supreme