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Exigent Circumstances When Handling Electronics
March 14, 2023
In United States v. Meyer, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals considers a case that examines the application of exigent circumstances when handling electronics. This case delves into the rules and exceptions that apply when law enforcement officers seek to enter a home and search for evidence without first obtaining a warrant.
Capturing the Truth...
February 20, 2023
In a recent opinion, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals established their position on the extent to which the First Amendment protections extend to recording and livestreaming officer civilian interactions. In Sharpe v. Winterville Police Department[1], the court considered the First Amendment right for a passenger to livestream their own traffic stop.
Always Follow the Suspect Holding Their Phone
January 31, 2023
The Eleventh Circuit case of United States v. Sanchez involved a warrant for the seizure of a cell phone. The court cited Riley v. California, which held that a person has a reasonable expectation of privacy in the data contained in their cell phone, including the call log.
From Pepper Spray to Public Perception
March 6, 2023
An often-overlooked issue in the context of law enforcement is the concern over potential violations of individual’s First Amendment rights to freedom of speech and assembly. Police Departments around the Nation have faced widespread criticism and legal condemnation for their use of crowd control tactics in response to protests and large public gatherings.
Balancing Training Innovations...
February 14, 2023
The best way to combat “custom” is through the implementation of clear policies, comprehensive training on those policies, and close and effective supervision. To this end, innovations in law enforcement training have benefited and will continue to benefit departments.
"Kettling" and Keeping the Peace
January 26, 2023
Baude v. Leyshock from the Eighth Circuit has a lot of legal issues that we have discussed and a new term that we have not, which is “kettling.” First let’s start with what we have discussed before: our case today brings to question excessive use of force during a protest.
Consent to Search Granted, Then Taken Away
February 28, 2023
The recent case from the Seventh Circuit, United States v. Jones, raises important questions about Fourth Amendment rights and consent to search. The case involved an arrest warrant that led to a consensual search, ultimately revealing a hidden firearm.
The Vital Role of the First Amendment in Law Enforcement
The First Amendment guarantees freedoms of religion, expression, assembly, and petition. Its implications on Law Enforcement and Corrections Operations have been addressed by the Supreme Court in recent years. Do you have proper policies and effective training for First Amendment activities?
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