Notes from the Resistance
St. Louis Board of Aldermen begin hearing on police technology [More]
Translation: They have no clue on what to do so they’re just going to throw money at stuff constituents dumb enough to vote for them don’t understand anyway, but it looks like they’re actually doing something proactive.
“ShotSpotter”… good grief.
[Via bondmen]
A San Antonio police officer has died after his service pistol accidentally discharged, according to Chief William McManus. Officer William Kasberg was preparing to enter a state-mandated ALERRT training and was gathering his items when his weapon accidentally went off, striking him, according to SAPD. [More]
That’s twice they’ve blamed the gun.
That seems to be longstanding SOP.
[Via Lane]
Oklahoma officer charged for slamming 71-year-old man onto ground in traffic stop – Sgt. Joseph Gibson was charged with aggravated assault and battery in connection with the Oct. 27 incident that left Lich Vu, 71, suffering orbital fracture and brain bleed. [More]
But vowbreaker Michael Hunter says “There was inappropriate respect for the officer.”
That said, unless you’re prepared to take on your harasser and all law enforcement responders if you prevail, don’t argue or give them any excuse to get physical, and seek legal recourse after the fact.
[Via bondmen]
Chief Helena Rafferty made her pitch to the Select Board for three requests totaling $760,986 to be budgeted with capital funding: the mobile firing range at the top at $392,786, four new marked vehicles at $284,000, and nine ballistic shields with ports at $84,200 … [More]
But she doesn’t trust you “civilians” with a toy gel blaster…
[Via bondmen]
The legislation was introduced following more than a year of reports from 7 News Detroit, showing how problem officers have been allowed to jump from department to department, leaving scandal, lawsuits or criminal charges in their wake. [More]
Sounds like qualified impunity…
And remember: Back the Blue!
[Via Michael G]
Pasco Sheriff Admits “Predictive Policing” Program Violated Constitution [More]
So would Exodus 22:18 be a defense point to bring up for resisting…?
[Via Michael G]
Virginia man allegedly attempted to brazenly shoplift from Walmart during holiday ‘Shop with a Cop’ event [More]
50 cops in the store and they had to be told by an employee…?
Evidently they could spare the men…
[Via Michael G]
Law enforcement official accidentally shoots himself on campus of Lead Hill School District… Richey says the man is a licensed law enforcement professional and is legally authorized to carry a firearm on campus. [More]
The old Lee Paige excuse is a classic.
[Via bondmen]
Police illegally sell restricted weapons, supplying crime [More]
It’s a prickly issue, alright…
On the one hand, I see the danger.
On the other, it seems like Democrats could use this to call for destruction rather than resale to the public…
If government just followed the law, we woudn’t have this problem.
[Via Jess]
“I understand constitutional carry and why it would be okay in some parts of Louisiana, but you can’t say that is true for New Orleans,” Kirkpatrick said. I’m a person who appreciates constitutional carry but not in every location. New Orleans is unique. We have no business with guns at a parade or in our entertainment areas at all.” [More]
Bringing the same results to New Orleans she did to Oakland, I see…
Only in government is suing your previous employer not a red flag for hiring managers…
[Via Jess]
