USE OF SPOTLIGHTS: WHEN DOES A DETENTION OCCUR?
People v. Leon Tacardon14 Cal. 5th 235 (2022) CA Supreme Court Question: Are you being detained if an officer shines his vehicle spotlight on you,
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People v. Leon Tacardon14 Cal. 5th 235 (2022) CA Supreme Court Question: Are you being detained if an officer shines his vehicle spotlight on you,
Question – Can you be disciplined for refusing to produce your personal cell phone for an administrative search? Answer – In sum, peace officers can
By now many public safety personnel have likely seen YouTube videos posted by someone claiming to be a reporter working on a story, otherwise known
You’ve been involved in an officer involved shooting or use of force event. As part of your duties, you prepare a report documenting your involvement
Investigators want to ask you some questions about allegations that could be criminal in nature, say an allegation of theft on duty. You’re concerned because
My employer can’t access and investigate me for information on my personal cell phone, right? Wrong! Information on your personal cell phone can be seized
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