In an age where the majority of Americans carry a smartphone with them wherever they go, it should come as little surprise that there have been an increasing number of incidents where police unlawfully stop or detain a pedestrian for recording the officer’s actions. Recent actions by cops in Florida, New York and Maryland showcase […]
What Are My Rights After A Police Pat Down?
Earlier this week, I shared a story about the unconstitutional strip searches being conducted by law enforcement officials in Georgia. The story led one reader to pose the following question: Can a person refuse to be searched further if the initial pat down reveals nothing? – Dave F. I’ll answer the question to the best […]
Motorists Molested and Violated By Unconstitutional Strip Searches
Drivers in the Atlanta area are speaking out about unnecessary strip searches conducted by Georgia police officers that some say have left them feeling embarrassed and violated. According to a special report conducted by Channel 2 Action News, several motorists have been subjected to strip searches for violating minor traffic laws. Some of the motorists […]
Minnesota Domestic Violence Deaths Increase in 2013
Coming off a year where domestic violence deaths fell to a 20–year low, Minnesota saw a disturbing increase in the number of domestic violence-related deaths in 2013. The 2012 Femicide Report showed that the state was moving in the right direction in preventing domestic assault deaths, as the 19 reported incidents marked a 20-year low. […]
2013 Minneapolis Crime Statistics
The city of Minneapolis recently released its final crime statistics for 2013, and although many of the numbers are encouraging, there is always room for improvement. Minneapolis Police Chief Janee Harteau spoke about the findings at a recent press conference, commending the city and its precincts for being tough on crime. “The second precinct saw […]
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