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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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Articlesby Devallis RutledgeMarch 10, 2011

Mi Casa Es Su Casa

When you take down a drug house, or enter a home to investigate domestic violence, or serve a search warrant at a residence, which of the multiple people that you sometimes encounter would have the legal standing to challenge the lawfulness of your entry and search?

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Newsby Staff WriterMarch 7, 2011

Wyoming Approves Constitutional Carry

Wyoming has become the fourth state in the nation to adopt a law allowing its residents to carry concealed firearms without a permit. The right, which is often referred to as "constitutional carry," has also been passed in Alaska, Arizona, and Vermont.

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Articlesby Melanie BasichMarch 7, 2011

Bruise Not Break

Like all Brite-Strike products, the Flexaton BIL contains a strobing flashlight that can be used to distract and disorient a suspect. This is a safety feature that can provide an officer with enough time to get the upper hand in a confrontation.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 26, 2011

N.Y. Cop Pinned to Van Fires at Drug Suspect

Officer Joseph Milkowski fired the shots that stopped the van driven by Derrick "Murder" Nailor, who was arrested and charged with multiple felonies. Van passenger Rashad Bradford was killed by two police rounds.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 24, 2011

California Deputy's Retaliation Suit Involving Mel Gibson Arrest Continues

Deputy James Mee claims he was passed over for promotions and had his job performance unfairly scrutinized, after he resisted a supervisor's request to keep derogatory remarks made by Gibson out of the arrest report.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 24, 2011

Police Commission Allows SF Chief To Consider TASERs

A year after rejecting a similar proposal, the San Francisco Police Commission approved a proposal from the new chief to consider using TASERs or another less-lethal weapon.

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ProductsFebruary 18, 2011

Monadnock AutoLock Defender Baton Kit

Safariland's Monadnock AutoLock Defender Baton Kit contains both the knuckle guard-style baton and a specially designed holder in plain black leather, black basketweave leather, or ballistic weave nylon.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 17, 2011

ALS Technologies Recognized By Two Ammo Suppliers

ALS Technologies Inc., a manufacturer and provider of less-lethal products and services, as well as law enforcement and tactical equipment, has been recognized for its 2010 service and sales performance by Simunition and Hornady

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 16, 2011

Florida Agency Has Paid Officer $550,000 Not To Work

Officer Kevin Kilpatrick, 41, has faced two internal investigations, been fired twice, and won his job back twice. He joined the department in February 1994.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 15, 2011

Kicked Seattle Teen Demands $450,000, Agency Apology

The 17-year-old seen being kicked in the groin, torso and head by a Seattle Police officer has filed a $450,000 claim against the city for pain, suffering and emotional trauma.

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