In this case, defendant-appellant Christopher Martins challenges the district court's denial of his motion to suppress the critical evidence used to convict him. His appeal raises novel questions related to (i) the contours of the "emergency aid" branch of the exigent circumstances doctrine and (ii) the authority of law enforcement officers to conduct a protective sweep following a warrantless but lawful...
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