During fresh pursuit, what power does an officer have?

During fresh pursuit, an officer has the authority to follow any suspect anywhere within the state to effectuate an arrest. This principle, known as "hot pursuit," allows law enforcement to chase a suspect who is attempting to evade arrest. The rationale behind this power is to prevent a suspect from escaping or fleeing to avoid apprehension. The doctrine of fresh pursuit acknowledges that immediate action is necessary to maintain public safety and uphold the law.

This power is not unlimited; it typically applies to felony offenses or situations where there is a legitimate belief that a crime has occurred. Officers must still adhere to their department's policies and procedures and respect the legal parameters surrounding pursuit to ensure that the rights of the suspect and bystanders are not violated.

The option regarding the ability to arrest anyone regardless of the crime does not accurately reflect the legal limitations surrounding law enforcement authority. Similarly, issuing tickets for minor traffic violations is not typically part of the fresh pursuit doctrine, as such minor offenses do not usually justify immediate and extensive pursuit. Lastly, the use of force is governed by the necessity and proportionality principles, and officers must use force judiciously, not irrespective of the circumstances involved.