What happens if an arresting officer records your conversation with the public defender? [more inside]
posted by doomtop on Oct 8, 2009 - 14 answers

I got pulled over by a cop. I wasn't speeding, nor was I driving erratically. P.S - My passenger was standing up with his torso out of the sunroof. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 27, 2009 - 16 answers

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 by kraigory on Jul 21, 2008 - 37 answers

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

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

Which cinematographs or televisual serials most faithfully depict the operations of police or detectives?
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 on May 29, 2007 - 25 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 by Skorgu on May 1, 2007 - 7 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 by shinybeast on Jan 24, 2007 - 26 answers

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

Police procedure filter: If you're a police officer (sworn, U.S. law enforcement), can you just run whatever license plates and/or I.D.s you want? Does it leave a paper trail of some sort? [more inside]
posted by scaryblackdeath on Sep 26, 2006 - 21 answers

What are the legal and social ramifications of a Private Police Force in the USA? [more inside]
posted by longbaugh on Jun 8, 2006 - 20 answers

Legal question time! I hosted a party, and I was charged with Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor, section ORS 471.410, Oregon Law. Problem is, I am not 21. More inside. (Note: Any advice will not be referred as legal guidance.) [more inside]
posted by Keyser Soze on May 3, 2004 - 64 answers