Part definitions

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) “Fresh pursuit” includes fresh pursuit as defined by the common law, and also the pursuit of a person who has committed a felony or who is reasonably suspected of having committed a felony; Ask a legal question, get an answer ASAP!(A) It also includes the pursuit of a person suspected of having committed a supposed felony, though no felony has actually been committed, if there is reasonable ground for believing that a felony has been committed; (B) “Fresh pursuit” does not necessarily imply instant pursuit, but pursuit without unreasonable delay; and (2) “State” includes the District of Columbia.