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plzd0nate · 02-11-2012, 01:54 PM

pretty much every time i have come in contact with police officers they have always acted narcissistic, egotistical, unfriendly and have never felt that they fulfilled the "serve" portion of their slogan. do u agree that a lot of them act like this? if so what do u think can be done to change this?

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by DrZangief

Do you find that an increasing amount of cops believe that they are responsible for the punitive side of justice, in addition to law enforcement?

Example:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DQzDP4saFE

Driver nearly runs over cop, gets "punished" for it. Cops get fired.

Can we try to be just slightly less leading with the questions?

Sick video. I'd hate to be in that situation, your reactions tend to go overboard when you witness someone almost murdered, doubly so when it's someone you're close to.

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JulesDeane

Can you tell this story and explain why it was the time you felt the most scared?

I was answering a call for a domestic/noise, the complaint came from the neighbors. It's about 2am, I hate to admit it but I've kind of went into autopilot. As I stroll up, I ALMOST rang the doorbell. Then my training kicked on and I glanced through the window beside the door, where I could clearly see two black males one holding a shot gun one holding a GLOCK standing in the house, standing over 3 Hispanic males and a Hispanic female. Then a 3rd black male comes into view.

I moved back to my car as fast as I could do so tactically, took cover and whispered into my radio "Active home invasion, 3 armed males, 4 hostages, send everybody".

That was one of those times where not only could a mistake have gotten me killed, it could've killed 4 other people.

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Tony_P

is it common for k9 handlers to take care of the dog off duty as well?

It's common where I'm at. I believe it's common pretty much nationwide, although I'm unsure. With the amount of work that must be done to keep those dogs performing, I don't see how it can reasonably be done without taking them home.

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Originally Posted by Tony_P

do you do a normal tour/sector patrol as a k9 unit, get sent to designated areas, or just kind of float around until the dog is needed?

Ideally you're floating, doing crime suppression type work (actually being proactive instead of answering calls which is reactive law enforcement) until the dog is called.

In reality you're very likely handling a zone, answering calls for service, although due to the dog they do try not to send you out on things that are going to take more than 10 minutes or so to complete. As shown earlier in my "noise complaint/home invasion" story, it doesn't always work out. They expected me to knock on the door, go "Hey, it's 2am, can you STFU? Thank you"

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Originally Posted by Tony_P

what are your thoughts on the laws in some jurisdictions making assaulting a police animal the same level of crime as assaulting a LEO?

I think the penalties should be very harsh for hurting any kind of animal. In GA legislation is going through right now to make it a felony to injure or attempt to injure a police K9. That being said, I'm NOT in favor of these states adding "On An Officer" to crimes committed against the dog. That's just overkill.

Speaking of which, this guy needs a serious phone/letter campaign started against him and the judge who reinstated him IMO.

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Bernie Lingo

Good evening Sir.

1. What are your thoughts on Gun ownership laws in the US?

I support gun ownership strongly. Remember, when seconds count, the police are just minutes away...

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Originally Posted by Bernie Lingo

2. What are thoughts on medical marijuana use and the use of marijuana in general?

I have no personal issues with medical marijuana or non-medical marijuana. I have issues with mobile marijuana (toke and drive).

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Originally Posted by Bernie Lingo

3. Is that you in your avatar?

No. That is a good friend of mine. We worked together several years ago. Hes since left the agency and works for the FBI Safe Child Task Force doing alot of highly paid "Geek" IT work from my understanding.

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Klakteuh

If you pulled someone over for speeding, what are the factors in his behaviour or w/e that would make you more likely to give him a ticket or not give him a ticket or w/e ?

The biggest things that would sway me toward citing someone were running down lists of every cop you've ever met/known and telling me who you're related to.

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Originally Posted by Klakteuh

How well does the average cop know the law compared to what you're supposed to know ? I mean obviously you have to know a lot, but here at home, a few cops thought 50cc motorbikes were allowed on the highway (they are not) and thought the legal age to drive them was 14 when it was 16.

With the laptops in the cars now, and a basic understanding of how to conduct Internet research, the amount cops must commit to memory has decreased greatly. If I'm involved in a situation I'm unsure of, I can within about 2 minutes locate and read the code section on any topic I need to.

Hell where I was you didn't even have to have Internet access, the state codes were on every laptop in a searchable offline database on the hard drive.

MrAdvantage · 02-11-2012, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DblBarrelJ

I was answering a call for a domestic/noise, the complaint came from the neighbors. It's about 2am, I hate to admit it but I've kind of went into autopilot. As I stroll up, I ALMOST rang the doorbell. Then my training kicked on and I glanced through the window beside the door, where I could clearly see two black males one holding a shot gun one holding a GLOCK standing in the house, standing over 3 Hispanic males and a Hispanic female. Then a 3rd black male comes into view.

I moved back to my car as fast as I could do so tactically, took cover and whispered into my radio "Active home invasion, 3 armed males, 4 hostages, send everybody".

That was one of those times where not only could a mistake have gotten me killed, it could've killed 4 other people.

What was the outcome?

MrAdvantage · 02-11-2012, 05:23 PM

Have you ever busted a poker game or had any other gambling related bust?
What are your thoughts on hypocritical gambling laws (ex legal to play lotto w state but pokers and sports betting are illegal)?
What goes through your mind when passing an Asian massage parlor which is rumored to have happy endings?

Hoagie · 02-11-2012, 05:52 PM

How accurate can you be wrt to judging speed by "pacing". I only ask because I was pulled over recently and I am quite certain he over estimated my speed by 3 miles an hour.

Is there a reasonable chance that me claiming he is FOS will work if I went to court?

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MrAdvantage

What was the outcome?

About a 45 min standoff while an entry team was put in place. Due to the fact that it was a small mobile home, we split the team into two entry teams, 4 front 3 rear, did a simultaneous entry.

Everyone was fine, only injuries were some cuts and bruises on the victims from a few hits from the invaders.

Definitely could've been much worse.

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by MrAdvantage

Have you ever busted a poker game or had any other gambling related bust?
What are your thoughts on hypocritical gambling laws (ex legal to play lotto w state but pokers and sports betting are illegal)?
What goes through your mind when passing an Asian massage parlor which is rumored to have happy endings?

1) No. We "busted" a local ADA's poker game once on a prank "ordered" by a high ranking official.

2)Just that, I find them hypocritical.

3)"Don't be a fool, wrap your tool" -Van Wilder.

**Dids** · 02-11-2012, 06:00 PM

Asking somebody about their experiences as a cop = fine
Using this thread to make some stupid point about cops in general = not ok.

DblBarrelJ · 02-11-2012, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoagie

How accurate can you be wrt to judging speed by "pacing". I only ask because I was pulled over recently and I am quite certain he over estimated my speed by 3 miles an hour.

Is there a reasonable chance that me claiming he is FOS will work if I went to court?

It depends on the level of training. What are the circumstances? If you can prove he's off by 3 mph is that going to make a huge difference?

Hoagie · 02-11-2012, 06:07 PM

Traveling 80/70 430 pm. busyish stretch 4 lane expressway(restricted entry). I am a compulsive use of cruise control. My gps said 80mph and my speedo said 78.(I had to put slightly larger tires on my work truck).

I mean even if he concedes 80...I still got a ticket.

CharlieKelly · 02-11-2012, 06:11 PM

Is there a foolproof way, like a breathizer, to determine if somebody is high or not? Say the suspect has taken all the necessary precautions to be visibly not high.

Do you personally believe weed should be illegal? Or regulated similar to alcohol?

How many people have you dealt with that have died from weed overdose?

Thanks.