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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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ProductsDecember 22, 2010

Monadnock Baton Patrol Kit

Safariland's Monadnock Classic Friction Lock Patrol Kit includes the Classic Friction Lock expandable baton, Hindi Baton Cap for increased surface area and striking power, and durable Front Draw Holder in one package, allowing law enforcement personnel to purchase a complete baton system at a savings over purchasing the items separately.

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Articlesby David GriffithDecember 20, 2010

12 Great Holiday Gifts for Cops

Once again, the editors of POLICE Magazine offer you our annual holiday gift guide. Note: We've allowed some inflation this year. The price limit for 2010 is $350 (Yes, we know. That's a substantial gift).

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Videosby Staff WriterDecember 17, 2010

Dazer Laser Defender Demo

Laser Energetics is offering the Dazer Laser Guardian and Defender, which provide a less-lethal alternative to TASERs. These "ocular distraction" devices using pulsing green light to momentarily disorient a subject so law officers can detain or arrest the subject. In this video produced by Laser Energetics, the Defender is demonstrated.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 15, 2010

Florida Agency First In Nation to Use Dazer Laser Ocular Distraction Device

In addition to the purchase, the Palm Bay PD will work jointly with Laser Energetics Inc. to testing the Dazer Laser and implement best practices for use and tactical strategies in various disciplines.

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Articlesby Tim DeesDecember 14, 2010

Surveillance Technology: An End to Stakeouts?

Modern surveillance techniques still use the old methods, but technology can make the process both easier and more likely to yield good results.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 13, 2010

Oakland Police Firearms Sim Teaches Use of Force To Public

Oakland Police Chief Anthony Batts organized the events, which involved inviting the attendees into the department's firearms simulator to show training scenarios used to train officers.

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Articlesby David GriffithDecember 7, 2010

Make Your Arm a Stun Weapon

ArmStar's futuristic new stun weapon could make hands-on engagements with suspects really one-sided in your favor.

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Articlesby Devallis RutledgeDecember 1, 2010

Vehicle Searches: Where and When?

It would be great if there were a single, simple rule to tell you where and when you may lawfully search a vehicle for contraband or evidence. Unfortunately, there are multiple rules, and sometimes more than one of them may apply.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 30, 2010

Connecticut Man Claims Officer 'Sexted' From His Phone

William Vasilakos, 39, filed the suit against officer Michael Presti, according to documents posted to The Smoking Gun. The department in investigating the claim.

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Articlesby David GriffithNovember 29, 2010

21st Century Riot Control Tools

A few weeks before last year's G20 economic summit in Pittsburgh, anarchists and agitators cringed as they read about heat rays, sonic disruptors, mass TASERs, malodorants, and other new riot control technologies that would supposedly make their debut during the economic summit.

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