Traffic officers for major route May 21, 2009
The A55 corridor across north Wales is to trial patrols in marked vehicles by civilian staff with police powers to stop, control and direct traffic. It is being hailed as a way to free up police for emergency responses. (BBC News -- UK)
Amid Queries, CIA Worries About Future May 20, 2009
As citizens of the United States, we have the Miranda Warning that is ORDERED by the US Supreme Court to prevent police powers from the kinds of illegal detention, treatment 00003FA5 and sensory attack and sleep deprivation to get a suspect to admit to anything in order for the treatment to stop. to say nothing of lack of legal access to counsel. (CBS News -- US)
School Officer Shoots Teen Suspect May 13, 2009
School district police have normal police powers. But since it is extremely rare for a CCSD officer to open fire, Metro is taking the lead on this case. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Who’s Watching The Watch Lists? May 9, 2009
Gosh, who could have ever imagined that paranoia and unchecked, unaccountable police powers could be a bad combination that might get abused. I assume everyone with such concerns has been screaming their lungs out over the P.A.T.R.I.O.T. Act for the past five or six years, right. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Scofflaws beware: Cops are teaming up on you May 8, 2009
Common Sense wrote on May 7, 2009 8:27 PM:" Wow, sounds like a bunch of cop haters out there. You must hate the cops because your guilty of speeding. Well, don't speed....And you wont get a ticket. And yes, If you look up the State Statue, on the web, they police have police powers for the State of Alaska. Which means a police officer can make a traffic stop in any town. If you don't break the law you have nothing to worrie about. Seems like "Common Sense" to me. ". TKI wrote on May 7, 2009 3:45... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Amended complaint: Tyler Peterson had a mental condition May 8, 2009
Giving Peterson police powers, the possession of the assault rifle, and training in its use exacerbated Petersons anti-social mental condition as it emboldened him to exert anti-social power and control over others and thereby increased the risk of harm to the public, the amended complaint states. The amended complaint also states the city of Crandon and Forest County had a duty to determine that Peterson was free from any emotional or mental condition that could affect his job performance... (Forest Republican, WI)
Step Away From the Vehicle Apr 30, 2009
It's refreshing to see Justices Scalia and Thomas teaming up with Justice Stevens to check ever increasing police powers. As a libertarian myself, these Wars on Whatever usually appear to morph into Wars on Liberty with the rights of innocent citizens being the collateral damage. (Townhall.com)
3 Chicago police officers acquitted in bar brawl Apr 29, 2009
Lightfoot said she would move immediately to request that Powers, who like the others was stripped of his police powers and assigned to limited desk duty, get back his old job. Police Superintendent Jody Weis said in a statement he was "confident" in the judge's decision. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Gangs rally for legal challenge Apr 19, 2009
Police were led to believe the meeting, attended by members of the Rebels, Bandidos, Finks, Outcasts, Black Uhlans, Phoenix, Gypsy Joker, Life & Death and Lone Wolf gangs, had been called to discuss how to broker a truce between three gangs, the Hells Angels, Comanchero and Notorious, whose warring led to the new police powers. But The Sun-Herald has learnt the meeting was called so criminal lawyers Geoffrey Nicholson, SC, and solicitor Greg Goold could outline the implications of the laws and... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Fiji devalues currency amid turmoil Apr 15, 2009
He reappointed Bainimarama as prime minister the next day, and has ordered a media crackdown and extended police powers as he rules by decree. Bainimarama on Wednesday accused the three Court of Appeal judges - Australian citizens who served in Fiji, where senior lawyers are in short supply - of reaching their decision "long before they got to Fiji.". (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Rudd slams Bainimarama's return to power Apr 12, 2009
President Iloilo also declared a 30-day state of emergency, limiting freedom of speech, expanding police powers and curbing media reporting. Police have been given powers "to control the movement of people", and Mr Iloilo's decree means the state can stop any broadcast or publication it deemed "could cause disorder... promote disaffection or public alarm or undermine the government or state of Fiji". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
G20 probe officer comes forward Apr 9, 2009
The legislation governing police powers during demonstrations (mostly the Public Order Act 1986) must also be seen in context of human rights' legislation. Under European human rights' laws the police are required to actively protect the public's right to peaceful protest. (BBC News -- UK)
Daytime curfews, while perhaps popular, are bad policy Apr 7, 2009
Moreover, such laws reflect an approach to law enforcement based not on limited police powers targetted at actual evidence of criminal activity, but rather a system that criminalizes an entire class of persons simply to catch a much smaller group that actually breaks the law. This happens to be the approach favored by gun control advocates, for example, who seek to limit the ability of all citizens to defend themselves, simply because a tiny percentage of firearms owners abuse the right to keep... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Former Jackson Police Department Officer Pleads Guilty To Civil Rights Violation Apr 3, 2009
During his plea, Haynes acknowledged that he abused his authority as a law enforcement officer when, on June 21, 2008, while he was off-duty but in uniform, he abused his police powers by stopping and searching two men without legal justification and by stealing $100 from one of the men. Haynes admitted today that his conduct violated the constitutional rights of the two men. (PR Newswire)
Sheriffs have same authority as the police Mar 25, 2009
"If they see a motorist violating a traffic law while en route to some place, they have the ability and police powers to pull that motorist over and cite that motorist," Kim-McCoy said ... "If they see a motorist violating a traffic law while en route to some place, they have the ability and police powers to pull that motorist over and cite that motorist," Kim-McCoy said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Chicago expected to replace some police patrols with private security... Mar 25, 2009
Can Private Security Guards Act As Cops, As They May Be Asked To Do On Far South Side - cbs2chicago. Small things illegally parked, blocking the parking," said Ald. Anthony Beale (9th). That wasn't exactly what Mayor Daley thought when he was asked about it on Saturday. He said the security force would have the power to enforce "moving violations and citations including loitering, littering and graffiti. (The Drudge Report)
Ohio fails to decertify all convicted officers Mar 24, 2009
Stripping him of his police powers should have been routine ... Merely resigning or being fired does not mean an officer would lose his police powers. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Adair police chief recruits volunteer reserves, cadets (56) Mar 23, 2009
A reserve basically has the same police powers as a full-time officer and will attend similar training, Jones said. Reserve officers will attend the Mid Valley Reserve Training Academy. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Protest at secret search powers Mar 22, 2009
Leading Australian lawyers and human rights defenders, representing six groups, have written to the Premier, Nathan Rees, demanding to know why they were not consulted on the plan to extend already "unnecessary" police powers. This month, the NSW Attorney-General introduced to Parliament laws that would allow police to search the homes of people not suspected of any crime, but whose homes adjoined those of people who are. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Beware giving police a bigger stick Mar 13, 2009
Public anxiety about organised crime is magnified by television dramas such as Underbelly and strengthens the case of those who seek to extend police powers ... But those who play dog-whistle politics, such as Scipione, never let truth get in the way of the campaign for more police powers ... Then, those who sought extended police powers were vague about the nature of the threat this extra muscle would be directed towards. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Nigeria gay activists speak out Mar 12, 2009
It is already illegal to have gay sex in Nigeria but the new law would extend police powers to arrest suspects. "This bill is not necessary, we see no reason why people should be criminalised," Rashidi Williams, 23, of the Queer Alliance of Nigeria told the committee. (BBC News -- Africa)
Tories move to restore police, judicial powers in terror cases Mar 11, 2009
Justice Minister Rob Nicholson gave parliamentary notice late Tuesday that he will bring in legislation to renew police powers of preventive arrest in cases where a terrorist act is perceived to be imminent. The bill, which could be introduced in the Commons as early as Thursday, is also expected to reinstate investigative hearings in which people believed to have knowledge of terrorist activity can be compelled to testify before a judge. (Globe and Mail)
Community service for ex-officer Mar 11, 2009
A former Lancashire police officer who abused his police powers to uncover his wife's affair has been sentenced to 150 hours' community service. Andrew Liptrot, 47, seized CCTV from two pubs where he suspected his wife had met another man, on the pretext he was investigating a crime. (BBC News -- UK)
Obama reins in signing statements Mar 10, 2009
They emerged as an issue after he used such statements to suggest he could bypass a law on harsh interrogations of terrorism detainees and a law requiring the FBI to tell Congress how it was using expanded police powers under the Patriot Act. Bush issued them on a wide range of issues including affirmative action, immigration, whistle-blower protections, and safeguards against political interference in scientific research. (Boston Globe)
Animal abuse and domestic violence a dangerous connection Mar 7, 2009
The bill also would extend police powers so that police have the ability to address the needs of pets in a domestic violence situation. The proposed legislation also seeks to assist abused men or women in finding placement for their animals when leaving a domestic violence situation. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Stabbing suspect arraigned Mar 6, 2009
Police Chief Joseph Bishop has said Anthony was stripped of his police powers until the legal process is complete. According to a police report, Anthony and his wife had been quarreling for two days. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Latest police weapon: a secret search Mar 5, 2009
The Council for Civil Liberties and the Law Society warned that the new laws could lead to an abuse of police powers and restrict the rights of citizens. But the Premier, Nathan Rees, said: "If you are a serious criminal you should be very anxious. We now will have the power to enter your home without you knowing and collect evidence for subsequent prosecutions.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Local cop indicted on assault charge Feb 25, 2009
Police Chief Joseph Bishop has said Anthony was stripped of his police powers pending the outcome of the legal process. Anthony has been performing administrative duties at the department s detective s division. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Appeals Court Asked For Sex-offender Law Rehearing Feb 24, 2009
The panel of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said that the law intrudes on police powers that the Constitution reserves for states, many of which have their own similar statutes. In asking the full 4th Circuit to rehear the case, the government argues that it assumes responsibility for inmates in federal 00004000 custody and should be allowed to "create civil commitment procedures for such persons to protect the public safety.". (CBS News -- US)
Drug Action Team news (322) Feb 23, 2009
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement is responsible for enforcement activities of the DLNR. The division, with full police powers, enforces all state laws and rules involving state lands, parks, historical sites, forest reserves, aquatic life and wildlife areas, coastal zones, conservation districts, shores, as well as county ordinances involving county parks. The division also enforces laws relating to firearms, ammunition and... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Issues arise in Houston Feb 22, 2009
cmh wrote on Feb 20, 2009 4:01 PM:" Houston is one of the oldest cities in Alaska, and provides fire service and police powers at a cost WELL below what the Borough would charge for less fire service and no police powers. With a fire department that averages double digits in responders, and a police department that has dramatically cut back on speeders and crime (100% murder convicions and violent crimes convictions). I feel safer living in Houston, than I did outside. Does it mean local... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Privacy watchdog warns Tories against mass snooping Feb 14, 2009
She was reacting to the news that the government wants to update Canada's wiretapping laws with new police powers to monitor criminal suspects in the digital era of cellphones and chat rooms ... Public Safety Minister Peter Van Loan told a Commons committee Wednesday that his government would propose "changes to programming and legislation" that would modernize police powers to catch criminals using modern devices. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
- AG says county can order fluoride in PUD water Mar 28, 2008
"Local water fluoridation ordinances have generally been upheld as actions that are consistent with the exercise of delegated public health police powers and that do not violate constitutionally-protected liberty interests," the opinion states ... Quote-"This past May, county commissioners, acting as the Board of Health, gave the PUD one year to implement fluoridation in Sedro-Woolley, Burlington, Mount Vernon and surrounding areas. Refusal to comply could lead to fines. I thought it was only... (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Suspended without pay Mar 28, 2008
Cpl. Mercer can't be involved in any police activities or have police powers during the four-day suspension. Despite the suspension, Blanco said in the letter that Mercer is an asset to the department. (Odessa American, TX)
Happy 154th Birthday, GOP Mar 20, 2008
We do not denounce government, but are of the Blackstonian belief government is but a civil entity limited to exercise police powers solely to protect one from another ... We do not denounce government, but are of the Blackstonian belief government is but a civil entity limited to exercise police powers solely to protect one from another. (Townhall.com)
County council to interview prospective attorneys Mar 18, 2008
Under state law, Poynter said, the investigator would have full police powers and could help at crime scenes, take photographs, locate and interview witnesses and victims, and serve warrants. He was seeking approximately 23,000 for a new Ford Crown Victoria, 5,000 for police equipment for the vehicle, and 2,000 for fuel. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Its time to end blue laws Mar 17, 2008
For all you people who are defending the expansion of federal police powers to spy on Americans without judicial oversight, let this be a red flag. The risk of a serious terrorist attack is so slim, federal agents will use those terrorist-fighting powers to place the whole nation in a dragnet in hopes of catching criminals. (Lima News, OH)
Teachers to become cops? Mar 15, 2008
Jamaican teachers offered police powers ... The education minister hopes public debate will win Jamaicans over to giving teachers limited police powers and training them to handle violent students. (MSNBC -- International)
Our View: Home school ruling really 'outrageous' Mar 15, 2008
"The decision will be appealed and may not be implemented immediately. Parents, however, will soon be subject to the whims of their local school districts. In recent history, some California school districts have declared home-schooled students "truants" and used police powers to force them into school. Most districts have been more tolerant of home-schooling, but if this decision stands, home-schooling parents without teaching credentials will be forced underground. And districts have a strong... (Appeal Democrat, CA)
AP Chief: Press Freedoms Among Casualties of 9/11 Mar 7, 2008
"Congress steps back from its constitutional role of executive oversight. Civilian oversight of the military wanes. A Justice Department interprets laws in ways that extend police powers. More drastically, prisons are established in places where government or military operatives circumvent due process or control trials," Curley said in accepting the foundation's First Amendment Leadership Award. "It's at moments like these when a free press matters most," he said. (MediaWeek.com)
Lords warn about Calais fencing Mar 5, 2008
"The government must take action with the French authorities to ensure they meet their responsibilities in Calais. "And Gordon Brown must answer our calls for a dedicated border police force - with proper police powers - to protect the UK from the scourge of illegal immigration and the crime that flows in with it. " 'Not complacent' Liberal Democrat home affairs spokesman Chris Huhne said the report "highlights once again the difference between the Government's tough talk on immigration and its... (BBC News -- UK)
Anti-drug campaign to target children Feb 28, 2008
By Philip Johnston, Home Affairs EditorLast Updated: 2:08am GMT 28/02/2008. Children as young as five could be given drugs education as part of a Government drive to tackle substance abuse in families. (Telegraph.co.uk)
New Battle Lines In War On Drugs Feb 27, 2008
The Government has announced its latest 10-year Drug Strategy this morning, with stronger police powers and improved addiction care among the central themes. Problem is costing UK billions. (Sky News)
Warrantless searches removed from legislation in Mexico Feb 27, 2008
sar Camacho Quiroz, a legislator representing the opposition Institutional Revolutionary Party, who opposed the expanded police powers. Today in Americas. (International Herald Tribune)
Will recession turn to depression? Feb 26, 2008
An organization is a cartel if government receives a benefit from it, and if the existence of that organization is protected by the police powers of government. This is the true definition of cartel, whereas the Mexican so-called drug "cartels" only confuse the definition. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
State law agencies' power in city could grow Feb 25, 2008
A bill that would create a law enforcement zone within Jackson giving the Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol and and Mississippi Bureau of Investigation general police powers is expected to be debated in the Legislature as early as this week. If approved, Senate Bill 2991 would give the Department of Public Safety sweeping police authority in a subsection of the city, including downtown and northeast Jackson. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Knife Police To Get Metal Detectors Feb 17, 2008
Measures in the plan will build on recent moves to clamp down on retailers who sell alcohol to under-18s, new police powers to confiscate cans and bottles from teenagers below the age limit and publicity campaigns to promote safer drinking. The maximum sentence for carrying a knife was last year increased from two years to four. (Sky News)
Mark Fainaru-Wada Feb 16, 2008
He said it would be "alarming" if prosecutors were randomly meddling in a private enterprise and using police powers, but he believes the government is acting within its charge. . (ESPN -- Baseball)
State Of Emergency In East Timor Feb 12, 2008
The order bans demonstrations and gives police powers to raid homes without permission. President Jose Ramos-Horta is in an "extremely serious" but stable condition in Australia after being shot by rebel soldiers. (Sky News)
* Editor Yu Huafeng released early from jail in Guangdong Feb 10, 2008
Yu was arrested in 2004 after his newspaper reported the beating death of a man in detention that prompted the government to limit some police powers. The newspaper also broke the news of a case of SARS before Beijing reported it to the WHO.. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Chinese editor released from prison after 4 years Feb 10, 2008
Yu was arrested in 2004 after his newspaper reported the beating death of a man in detention that prompted the government to limit some police powers. The newspaper also broke the news of a case of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, before Beijing reported it to the World Health Organization. (International Herald Tribune)
Waynesville presses for downtown cleanup Feb 9, 2008
I got a call from someone telling me to go read the Missouri Municipal Review, France said, noting that a recent articles highlighted success by the city of St. Charles in persuading an appeals court that the police powers of the city allow cities to order property cleanup. While much of the city s focus has been on economic development on Ichord Avenue near the Exit 156 junction with Interstate 44, Clark said improving the appearance of older sections of Waynesville is crucial for economic... (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Direct ethics complaints fall to wayside Feb 8, 2008
"These are police powers," said Rispoli, referring to proposed changes in section 2-23, d, of the code. Rispoli said before an accused individual is issued a subpoena, it would be better to give that person an opportunity to respond to the charge. (Windsor Journal, CT)
Tories attack Labour plans Feb 7, 2008
He called for the stop and account and the stop and search forms to be scrapped, for targets to be slashed and for a strengthening of police powers. He also urged the home secretary to reverse the health and safety rules that "wrap officers in cotton wool and put the public at risk". (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Detective fears for his life Feb 5, 2008
" The justice secretary, Jack Straw, said he had only heard of the alleged bugging of Khan at the weekend, despite a claim by the shadow home secretary, David Davis, that he wrote about the matter in a letter to No 10 in December. Downing Street denied any knowledge of the letter. A Ministry of Justice spokeswoman said: "MoJ officials became aware in December of issues concerning visits to Woodhill prison by Sadiq Khan MP." Mr Davis has asked why ministers had not been informed. It was claimed... (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Smith to slash police restrictions Jan 31, 2008
Cameron also promised to increase police powers by empowering sergeants to authorise stop and search of any pedestrian and vehicle in a specified area for up to six hours, if they reasonably believe a serious crime has occurred or is about to occur. Currently only senior inspectors can authorise such blanket searches. (Guardian Unlimited)
Comment: Authorised to intimidate Jan 31, 2008
David Cameron stole a march on the home secretary yesterday when he spoke up for an extension to police powers to stop and search. Rules that had been introduced to protect black and Asian people from prejudice were now redundant, the Tory leader assured the Sun. (Guardian Unlimited)
Rudd blacks out Keelty's opinion Jan 31, 2008
The president of the Law Council of Australia, Ross Ray, QC, said increased police powers demanded a higher level of scrutiny. "The price the police must pay for assuming greater powers is an increased level of public scrutiny," Mr Ray said. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Who, me?Should the police have more powers to stop and search people? Jan 31, 2008
She reiterates David Cameron's contention that any increase in police powers would be to protect youngsters ... " But many see the extension of police powers as a return to the infamous 'sus' laws of the 1980s in which police routinely stopped large groups of black men. This inflamed racial tensions and led to the Brixton riots of 1981 in which more than 300 people were injured, including more than 200 police officers, and 83 premises were damaged along with 23 vehicles, at an estimated cost of... (BBC News -- UK)
Stop and search changes planned Jan 30, 2008
The government is to announce plans to cut the red tape that hinders police powers to stop and search suspects, the BBC understands ... The Conservatives are also promising a major overhaul of police powers to stop and search suspects. (BBC News -- UK)
Keelty blackout call under fire Jan 30, 2008
Ross Ray, QC, the president of the Law Council of Australia, said while the terrorism threat meant the community had to accept greater police powers, it also demanded a higher level of public scrutiny. "That is the price we have been asked to pay. The price the police must pay for assuming greater powers is an increased level of public scrutiny," Mr Ray said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
All parties moot interim political council in north Sri Lanka Jan 24, 2008
"Full implementation of the 13th amendment means that police powers will also be restored to the provinces.". "The president briefed the cabinet about the recommendations on Wednesday evening. The cabinet took no decision on the report," Devananda said. (Hindustan Times)
Political Insider Jan 23, 2008
That is why they had to commit 9-11: to enhance police powers, cow the citizenry and fabricate a foreign enemy Caesaropapism 101. Our Revolution ignited a volcano under the thrones of Europe. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Officer Involved In Gun Battle Had No Police Radio Jan 23, 2008
They have uniforms, guns, badges and police powers ... Oversight, because Euton says his firm operates under the police program, giving it police powers ... Three private security firms have police powers under the Cincinnati Police Department. (WKRC.com, OH)
Heads of Chinese force criticize killing of man who filmed protest Jan 22, 2008
Public outrage over similar incidents has in the past been leveraged to limit police powers, including modifications to the country's system of requiring urban residency permits. While ritual self-criticism is a long-standing feature of Communist political life, direct attacks on elements of officialdom are unusual. (International Herald Tribune)
