Second man arrested for photographing police

[Sandman]

Originally posted by Hugh Janus
Isn't this yet another case of uniformed thugs violating a constitutional right?

Hiya Beet1e.

[Bronk]

Originally posted by Sandman
Hiya Beet1e.

Hehehe can't take a hint... ehh.





Bronk

[Pooh21]

Originally posted by rpm
Now if it was a video of some  chick you brought home from the bar getting in the shower, that's different.

 

oh, crap thats illegal!!!??!:confused:

[gunnss]

The same issue happens to "Rail fans", lots of harassment of guys taking photos of trains.  The harassment is legit if the fans are tresspassing i.e on the RR property, but illegle if the fans are on public property.

Gunns

[john9001]

when confronted by "security" pretend to be a tourist, smile , nod your head vigorously and take their picture, remember to smile.

"nine specking zee anglish."

[vorticon]

"
Anyway, RPM, I'm pretty sure it is illegal to audio tape anybody's speech in any place they have a right to be, without thier consent."


since when did anyone, except you and your family, and the cops WITH a warrant, and that bulldozer when they figured your on prime wal-mart land, have a right to be in your home?

[BTW]

Originally posted by Widewing
Sixpence, I have no idea what you are referring to. Getting assaulted by cops and arrested for not yielding your rights? That would be remarkably stupid... ending at least one career and doing my retirement fund wonders. I have 3 cops in my immediate family. No rational cop would be so stupid as to try beating down a photographer. A smart cop would not violate the photographer's civil rights by confiscating his camera. They may try it on some kid, but would not risk it with someone who may be a professional... If they do, they will certainly come to regret it afterward.

Now, if you're referring to a dork security guard, thanks for your concern, but I've had no serious trouble dealing with these guys over the years. Most recently, I was informed by a county employee that taking photos of historic cottages on a local beach (cottages owned by the county) was prohibited. Of course, he was full of baloney. I suggested he take a hike. He got belligerent. I walked over to the Park Ranger office and explained that I was shooting for the county historical society and did not appreciate being bothered by that idiot. The employee was escorted to the office, and then sent home. Later, I was told that the guy was subsequently reassigned and re-trained.

Stand up for your rights, don't wuss out.

My regards,

Widewing

About 20 years ago, there was a news photographer filming two bridge policeman (these are policeman under state authority and are supposed to patrol the bridge between the east and west bank of New Orleans) making an arrest where they were "kicking the snot" out of the arrestee. Well one burly cop came over to the cameraman and demanded the film. When he refused, the cop threw the camera to the ground and tried to destroy it. The film still didn't come out, so he just took the camera with him, news logo and all. It was a bad day for the cop  (actually all 4 and their superiors) though. There were two news cameras there that day. They only saw one. OOPS

Four to 6 cops lost their jobs, one went to jail for 6 months, and they revamped the entire division that worked the the GNO bridge (now the Crescent City Connection).

[Gunslinger]

Originally posted by vorticon
"
Anyway, RPM, I'm pretty sure it is illegal to audio tape anybody's speech in any place they have a right to be, without thier consent."


since when did anyone, except you and your family, and the cops WITH a warrant, and that bulldozer when they figured your on prime wal-mart land, have a right to be in your home?

I beleive the recorded conversation took place on the front porch.  The audio of this conversation is what is at question here.  What might save him is:

A.  Prosecuter doesn't feel like the intent of the law was broken
B.  A sticker he posted outside saying that there was audio/video survailence of the property.

[Sandman]

Originally posted by eureka101
Sandy - that wasn't me ^

Ah... Hugh Janus <> eureka101 ??

[Maverick]

Originally posted by Sandman
Ah... Hugh Janus <> eureka101 ??

Certainly described him to a "T" though. Can't stay away huh beetle.

[Mustaine]

Originally posted by Sandman
Hiya Beet1e.

are these posts being deleted by the BBS gnomes? you guys keep quoting him from somewhere and I never see the original post.


guess I'm just not quick enough to catch a bug scurrying under the fridge.
 

[x0847Marine]

Here's a penal code from Ca that is fairly common in all states, often called "COC" for contempt of cop. Or an attitude arrest.

Note the language "willfully resists, delays, or obstructs". An officer can decide, at night, your cameras flash is presenting an officer safety issue. S/he can arrest you after warning you, thats the 'willfully; part. The DA can throw it out, but you still got hooked & booked.

148 is the catch all, an officer tells you to sit and you refuse, welcome to jail. Most of the time DA's dont bother to file charges on these, and officers know this, but dont care since they got to humiliate & lock you up.

148.  (a) (1) Every person who willfully resists, delays, or
obstructs any public officer, peace officer, or an emergency medical
technician, as defined in Division 2.5 (commencing with Section 1797)
of the Health and Safety Code, in the discharge or attempt to
discharge any duty of his or her office or employment, when no other
punishment is prescribed, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding
one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment in a county jail
not to exceed one year, or by both that fine and imprisonment.