exigent circumstance en · NOUN
Meanings
- A circumstance, such as imminent danger or imminent escape of a suspect, that allows law enforcement to enter a structure without a search warrant, or if they have a knock-and-announce warrant, to enter without knocking and waiting for the owner's permission to enter.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| exigent circumstances | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
no-knock warrant · doctrine of necessity · extenuating circumstance
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