If Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Jr. gets his way, police officers may soon be able to search through your cell phone if you are stopped for a minor violation. The Supreme Court was closely split during a Tuesday discussion about a person’s right to privacy when it comes to their personal cell phone. Justice […]
Video Recording Laws in Minnesota
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 […]
“Voluntary” Cheek Swabs Draw Questions About Constitutionality
With the assistance of local police officers, a private firm conducting research on drugged driving forced Pennsylvania motorists off the road and demanded they submit to cheek swabs and DNA testing without cause. The incident in question occurred last Friday, and it left many motorists feeling violated and questioning their fourth amendment rights. “I feel […]
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