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Point of Law: The Limits of Electronic Searches

Can an individual be prosecuted for despicable criminal conduct based on evidence obtained in violation of the United States Constitution? Ultimately, the Ninth Circuit judges wrote, “In the circumstances of this case (United States v. Holcomb, 23-469 (9th Cir. 2025)), respect for the Constitution and the rule of law requires an answer of “no.”

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 7, 2012

Video: Ohio's 'Kissing Cop' Claims Discrimination

The former Delaware County (Ohio) Sheriff's deputy who was accused of having an inappropriate relationship with former Sheriff Walter Davis filed a discrimination complaint against the department this week.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 7, 2012

Civilian Board Questions LAPD Shooting

The civilian Los Angeles Police Commission has ruled that an LAPD officer's use of deadly force violated policy and the officer's account of the shooting wasn't credible.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 7, 2012

SCOTUS May Review Police TASER Use

The U.S. Supreme Court will consider reviewing police use of TASERs as possible excessive force when justices review cases for the upcoming term later this month.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 3, 2012

Mass. Congressman 'Deeply Concerned' About Cellphone Tracking

U.S. Congressman Edward Markey (D-Mass.) wants cellphone carriers to disclose their role in helping police departments track suspects and conduct investigations.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 2, 2012

Mich. Cop Shot 5 Times Tells Off Judge

A highly decorated police officer who was shot five times last year delivered a harsh message Tuesday to a Wayne Circuit judge who handed down what the officer called an "insulting" and "lenient" sentence to the convicted 25-year-old gunman.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 30, 2012

Officer Sues Capitol Police for Restricting Duties

A Capitol Police officer has filed suit against the department for restricting her duties and challenging her fitness for the job following the suicide of her husband.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 24, 2012

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Ariz. Immigration Law

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments about Arizona's tough immigration law on Wednesday in a landmark case expected to provide clarity about whether states can enforce federal immigration laws.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 17, 2012

Agitated Porn Actor Dies After LAPD Cops Subdue Him

Nearly eight Los Angeles Police officers were needed to subdue an agitated porn actor who broke free from an ambulance gurney and attacked paramedics.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 17, 2012

Family of Fatally Shot Teen Sues L.A. for $120M

The family of 19-year-old Abdul Arian, who was shot and killed by Los Angeles Police last week, filed a claim on Monday seeking $120 million—or $1 million for each bullet they say LAPD officers fired at the young man.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 13, 2012

LAPD Adopts Policy for Transgender Stops

Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck has issued a new policy covering how officers must deal with members of the transgender community during stops and searches.

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