I got a speeding ticket, but there was a car next to me that was speeding, while I was not. What is the likelihood that I can argue this in court? [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 35 answers

What can I do to help a friend, victim of a vicious assault at the hands of her husband, get some justice from the UK legal system? [more inside]
posted on Jul 6, 2008 - 9 answers

(The Secret Policeman's Other Database) - Do the police ever keep a database of traffic warnings they've given out? [more inside]
posted on Jun 17, 2008 - 9 answers

Question about police rank when it comes to the traffic beat. [more inside]
posted on Jun 11, 2008 - 16 answers

Enthusiastic police pursuits + litigious society = lawyer's fantasy? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2008 - 31 answers

I'm a freelance writer and I am trying to find instances related to the letter of inquiry below I sent to a Virginia magazine. This is a real-life situation of an acquaintence in the state of Utah. I'm looking for contacts, primary sources and attributable anecdotes. I've left calls with appropriate offices and have received no response. Meanwhile, my deadline is looming. Any help would be appreciated. [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 7 answers

MysteryNovelFactFilter: I'm reading a mystery novel and the protagonist triumphantly announced she knew who did it because a) the victim broke his neck after a long fall and b) the police revealed this info to her. Is this actually possible? [more inside]
posted on Mar 29, 2008 - 11 answers

Help me fight a traffic ticket. :( [more inside]
posted on Feb 13, 2008 - 24 answers

Car accident in Sept. Swapped info; didn't call police. Now the guy who hit us has never heard of us. What can I reasonably expect? [more inside]
posted on Jan 9, 2008 - 12 answers

CopFilter: In TV shows and movies cops (usually homicide detectives) often have lights and siren installed in their personal cars. Doe this really happen? [more inside]
posted on Jan 7, 2008 - 15 answers

When was police line tape first used at crime scenes in the US? [more inside]
posted on Dec 29, 2007 - 15 answers

A friend was robbed outside her home. The recording at the police department says that they won't come out for offenses involving less than $5000. This can't possibly be right, can it? [more inside]
posted on Dec 11, 2007 - 37 answers

After a successful resolution to a hostage situation, is it SOP to detain and question everyone involved (not just the perps)? [more inside]
posted on Dec 2, 2007 - 5 answers

I am looking for sites that publish Canadian police internal investigation and conviction statistics, Toronto in particular. [more inside]
posted on Nov 23, 2007 - 1 answers

What are my rights when being pulled over by the police for no reason? [more inside]
posted on Oct 30, 2007 - 47 answers

MorbidFilter: Who cleans up after a violent crime? [more inside]
posted on Oct 12, 2007 - 23 answers

Masonfilter: If I were pulled over by the police for a minor infraction (35 mph in a 30 zone) and I wanted them to know that I was a member of the masons, how would I do this? [more inside]
posted on Oct 5, 2007 - 24 answers

Do I actually have a chance of becoming a police officer?? [more inside]
posted on Sep 25, 2007 - 14 answers

I'm hosting one of those "confessional" websites, and I want to know how risky it is to post clearly-illegal "confessions". [more inside]
posted on Sep 23, 2007 - 10 answers

Can I make my town police department enforce the drunk & disorderly conduct law? [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2007 - 12 answers

What level of education/training is typical of suburban and small town police officers in the US?
posted on Aug 27, 2007 - 4 answers

During a visit to my mother's fiancée's family in South Africa nearly 14 years ago, we picked up an interesting poster. If memory serves, it was large (perhaps 5x4) and showed a slow-shutter-speed closeup of a dove flying towards the viewer. Above the dove was written "The South African Police:" and below the dove it read "We're here for you". We thought this was hilarious, as all three of us are black and at the time, the South African police force was not known to be exactly warm and friendly. The poster has since been lost during our numerous moves, and my mother never married the gentleman. But I'd like to find the poster. Does anyone remember this or know where I can look to get it?
posted on Aug 15, 2007 - 1 answers

Why do they have police construction details everywhere in New England and few if any in other parts of the US? [more inside]
posted on Jul 23, 2007 - 20 answers

DC Parking Filter: If there is a car in my parking spot, do I need to call the police first, or can I just call and get the car towed? [more inside]
posted on Jul 3, 2007 - 10 answers

My female friend's car was pulled over yesterday, and marijuana was found. They released her with some conditions. She is getting a lawyer, but we are wondering if what occurred is common, and where she should go from here. [more inside]
posted on Jun 30, 2007 - 41 answers

I'm confused about when a sudden death becomes a coroner investigation, rather than a police investigation (UK). [more inside]
posted on Jun 14, 2007 - 13 answers

We were recently in NYC on vacation. We were staying in the Battery Park area and on two separate occasions, witnessed long lines of police cars with their lights flashing, occasionally "beeping" their sirens. They almost seemed to be in parade formation, traveling on the West Side highway, going quickly. Does anyone know what we were seeing? [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2007 - 20 answers

Advice about "Drunk in Public" charges and how to handle my complaints of excessive force and (possible)restriction of my civil rights. [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2007 - 51 answers

Which cinematographs or televisual serials most faithfully depict the operations of police or detectives?
posted on May 29, 2007 - 25 answers

I got pulled over for being in the middle of an intersection when the light turned red. I saw only a few milliseconds of the yellow light because I was behind a big UPS truck. This happens to people all the time, and I'm surprised I got a ticket for this. Any chance of fighting this successfully? [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2007 - 31 answers

A girl I briefly dated, and am still on good terms with, is currently seeing a scumbag. I'd like to warn her, but there's a catch or two. [more inside]
posted on May 17, 2007 - 26 answers

About a month ago I happened to be outside my house in Queens at about midnight. I saw what looked like a cop car with license plate reading cameras drive by. Anyone have more info? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2007 - 7 answers

Where can one find good statistics on the use of firearms by police officers in the line of duty for the States? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2007 - 6 answers

My university library turned vicious today when they had a policeman threaten to drag me out in handcuffs for "disorderly conduct" because I said "fucking" one time, and not loudly. He called it a "warning," but his attitude was full-bore Authoritarian Condescension. The situation is strange enough that it seems like I shouldn't just let this lie, but what is the best way to complain to the school, officially, without actually doing something brash like suing? [more inside]
posted on Mar 31, 2007 - 77 answers

Does having a minor arrest record automatically disqualify one from joining the police force? [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2007 - 16 answers

Generally in most states, especially Oregon, if one person claims another has "personal property," do the police deal with this in an immediate sense or is this a case for small claims? [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2007 - 11 answers

What can I do to learn more about crime (without becoming a criminal)? [more inside]
posted on Mar 17, 2007 - 16 answers

A motorcycle cop turned on the flashing lights and started weaving back and forth between cars on the highway. The passes kept getting wider, gradually prompting everyone to clear out of all 4 lanes and hang back about 1/4 mile behind him. Then he continued these sweeping 'S' maneuvers across the lanes for miles. By the time I had to exit, prevailing speed had dropped from 75 to 40. What was he doing, and why?
posted on Feb 5, 2007 - 24 answers

How much is the going bribe for a Mexican police officer? [more inside]
posted on Jan 26, 2007 - 20 answers

I had an unfortunate run-in with the police last night. Yes, I admit it, I took a picture of them. Should I talk to a lawyer (I wasn't charged with anything) or should I just let it slide? [more inside]
posted on Jan 24, 2007 - 26 answers

Please help a lawyer decide whether to become a police officer/detective. [more inside]
posted on Jan 23, 2007 - 35 answers

What's the proper etiquette for being pulled over while on a motorcycle? [more inside]
posted on Jan 3, 2007 - 14 answers

I have a stalker. This young woman is 26 and we were friends at work, and became friends outside of work. I don't know what to do next... will the police help me? There is no threat of physical harm... just the mental stress from her not leaving me alone. [more inside]
posted on Dec 30, 2006 - 29 answers

Can I use a video camera to record police officers performing their duties in public, in Illinois? I was threatened with jail tonight by a police officer if I didn't shut off the camera that was filming him. Here is the video with his threats. [more inside]
posted on Dec 22, 2006 - 30 answers

Police Incar Videos: How do they get released to the public/youtube? [more inside]
posted on Dec 9, 2006 - 7 answers

How did police officers get the nickname 5-O? [more inside]
posted on Nov 22, 2006 - 5 answers

A close relative was attacked, beaten and threatened at gunpoint, and the Sheriff and DA are protecting the attacker. How do we use litigation and/or publicity to force accountability? [more inside]
posted on Nov 21, 2006 - 27 answers

Are (U.S.) police required to use their lights when speeding to an emergency or other call of duty? [more inside]
posted on Nov 6, 2006 - 11 answers

What can I expect if I report a rape to the police? [more inside]
posted on Nov 3, 2006 - 25 answers

Are police officers (specifically California Highway Patrol) allowed to carry chicks in their cars? [more inside]
posted on Oct 7, 2006 - 22 answers