Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts
Are the police allowed to search homes door to door without a warrant? If a citizen refuses to allow entry without a warrant, would that citizen face repercussions?
Asked on 4/19/13, 12:05 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Dan Hynes
N.H. DWI GUY
They need Consent or a warrant exception. No penalty for refusing to let them in
Answered on 4/19/13, 12:15 pm
Alan Pransky
Law Office of Alan J. Pransky
If there is an emergency, they don't need a warrant. A terrorist with explosives and guns traced to a neighborhood would constitute such an emergency. There are repercussions for refusing to let them in. There may not be criminal penalties but the police are likely to break down a door and force their way in. Of course, they would not have to reimburse you the cost of a door.
Answered on 4/19/13, 12:27 pm
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