Factsheet: Police & Your Rights at Home

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This factsheet explains your rights when police come to your home. It outlines when police are legally allowed to enter, what a warrant is, what “reasonable suspicion” means, and what you can do to protect your rights. The information is designed to help you stay informed, calm, and prepared if you ever have contact with police at your home. 

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