As calls to police departments about mental health issues continue to increase compared to just a few years ago, police have begun looking for new ways to safely subdue non-violent but agitated individuals. When escalated improperly, weapons can lead to injuries and death, and some feel that tazing or pepper spraying non-violent individuals crosses a […]
When Can Police Pull Me Over?
Odds are you’ve been driving along at some point in your life and noticed a police car in your rearview mirror. Then don’t have their lights on yet, but you automatically slow down and begin to wonder if you were violating any driving laws. The officer can’t just pull you over without a reason, but […]
St. Paul Police Changing Internal Review Commission
St. Paul police have announced that they plan to make a couple changes to the commission that reviews claims of police misconduct in order to heighten the commission’s credibility. “We need to have a process that has the confidence of both our community members and our police officers,” said Mayor Chris Coleman at a news […]
Should All Police Officers Wear Cameras?
Video cameras are already used to deter crime and catch criminals in their attempt to flee, and they are integral in providing key evidence in the court of law. The problem with most cameras, though, is that they are limited in their mobility. They may be able to pan from left to right, but they […]
Would Cameras Deter Bus Stop-Arm Violations?
When people began running red lights, city officials installed red light cameras to catch suspects and issue tickets without being on scene. Could a similar system soon be in place to prevent bus-arm violations in Minnesota? While such measures have yet to be seriously considered in the state, bus cameras are becoming more popular across […]
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