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by EyePod on March 21st, 2007

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When police officers break the law do they deserve special treatment or should they get harsher treatment than civilians.

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  • by msummers10 on April 3rd, 2007

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    Everyone is equal under the law. No one is above the law. Therefore, they should be held to the same accountability as civilians.
    Where it gets a little blurry is when you have an officer that does something that is lawful in the line of duty, but not completely in line with guidelines set for the officer.
    Examples:
    Going 90 over the speed limit when running code 3
    Presenting themselves as a police officer(gun, badge, handcuffs) when outside of their jurisdiction
    Drawing their weapon without completely assessing a situation to see if that was necessary
    Possessing tobacco on educational property

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    • i gave you +3 for humor

      EyePod

      by EyePod on April 3rd, 2007

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