MI HB5946

Law enforcement officers cannot search a residence without a valid search warrant if a resident expressly objects to the entry or search, except in exigent circumstances.

An objecting resident's refusal to consent applies even if another resident consents to the search after the objecting resident is no longer physically present at the residence.

Exigent circumstances that permit warrantless searches include situations where a consenting resident is the victim of an alleged crime committed by the objecting resident, and evidence of that crime is being sought.

Evidence obtained in violation of these requirements is inadmissible in criminal proceedings against the person who objected to the search.