Notes from the Resistance
Sober driver arrested for DUI and thrown in jail because officer knew his brother, ‘guaranteed’ he had weed in the car: Lawsuit [More]
In a rational world, “Shreiner repeatedly turning off his audio” in addition to his absolutely unlawful behavior would be enough to take qualified immunity off the table.
Sing it, George, you…
[Via Michael G]
Virginia cop busted for allegedly handcuffing victim, touching her inappropriately [More]
He was was just trying to keep abreast of the situation…
He should’a joined TSA.
[Via Edmund M]
…the entire time police had Robinson’s vehicle impounded, they never checked to see whether both her fog lights were working, or not. They also never tested the car for potentially relevant evidence, such as gunpowder residue… [More]
Who needs good old-fashioned police work?
Come to think of it, that generally involved a rubber hose…
[Via Michael G]
Houston Officials Trusted a Dishonest Drug Cop for Decades Before His Lies Killed 2 People … “There was no confidential informant,” Goines wrote. “I made the purchase by myself.” [More]
Another reason why “anonymous” snitch lines are evil:
What if you’re a cop and getting a warrant might prove problematic? (It’s not like we haven’t seen prominent warrant “workarounds” at the highest law enforcement levels recently.) Calling in a tip could reduce a lot of red tape.
Some people make me rethink my opposition to crucifixion, and I’m not even thinking as a deterrent.
[Via Michael G]
Officer indicted after stealing toolbox from suspect’s car, TBI says [More]
You gotta wonder what it is about experience in the culture that makes them think they can get away with it enough to risk losing job and pension, and over such insignificant rewards…
Let’s hope they also hammer the dumb mother******.
Where do they get these morons, and why is it considered OK to inflict them on the rest of us?
[Via William T]
A Savannah, Missouri police officer is now charged in the death of a K-9 officer earlier this year after being left in a hot car overnight. [More]
And he turned off the failsafe alert sytem.
Scrolling down, I see a lot of similar torturous deaths over the years. Perhaps an article is in order.
[Via bondmen]
It claimed Smith attempted to end his part in a polyamorous relationship with Officer Eric Windler and his wife, after which he was ruthlessly targeted. The lawsuit noted that Windler and Smith’s wife maintained their relationship after Smith’s arrest and throughout the proceedings. [More]
They get the idea they can f_ other people from somewhere…
[Via Steve T]
Officer Javar Downs of the @LMPD was arrested today after he allegedly stole $4K he seized from a suspect being booked into jail. Additionally he was one of 3 officers who didn’t turn on their bodycams during the arrest of Scottie Scheffler. [More]
Kinda makes you want to go right out there and Back the Blue, doesn’t it?
[Via bondmen]
Two Alaska state troopers charged with assault after violently arresting wrong person [More]
Realize what you’re dealing with. Unless you are prepared to physically prevail and then escape without being identified, don’t argue and obey. Once you’re safe come at them with a lawyer — that is, unless you are prepared to physically prevail and then escape without being identified.
[Via Michael G]
Ex-NY cop, 40, convicted of raping 13-year-old girl gets just 10 weekends in jail: ‘Epitome of injustice’ [More]
That special training can really pay off, no?
Former Alabama police officer agrees to plead guilty to planting drugs before bogus traffic stop [More]
Again with “former.” The only reason is because the stupid, evil bastard got caught. And 40, eh? So he’s been preying on victims for how long?
Tell us again about badge heaviness, George.
[Via Steve T]
The Second Circuit has ruled that a Connecticut police officer is not entitled to qualified immunity after handcuffing, detaining, and conducting a warrantless search on the plaintiff’s car because they “presented a facially valid firearms permit and disclosed that he possessed a firearm pursuant to the permit” [More]
Pity there’s no way to send Nicholas Andrzejewski my regards…
[Via CP]
