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Law enforcement officers have a dangerous job protecting communities and keeping people safe. The people who serve as police officers have a difficult job, and many of them are professionals who treat citizens fairly and equally. However, some officers abuse that power and dishonor their uniforms. Police officers are not above the law, and if you’ve been a victim of police abuse, you might wonder if you can sue the police. Use this guide to…
In our great state, there are so many law enforcement officials who are respectful, ethical, and dedicated. They are able to keep their cool in stressful and dangerous situations and work to preserve the freedom and safety of California’s citizens, despite the risks to their own well-being. With this responsibility comes a good deal of power from the government and a significant amount of influence on the community as a whole, but especially its citizens….
West Covina attorney, Lem Garcia, explains the basic rights everyone should know to prepare themselves for an encounter with the police. Whether you’ve been pulled over or stopped on the street by the police, it is important for you to know your rights so you don’t get taken advantage of.
In videos where the police are being recorded by regular citizens we often see the police order the cameraman to stop filming. This begs the question: are you allowed to record the police?
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