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Ahhh. The world could definitely use more feel good news stories like this. It's always so refreshing seeing people act like compassionate and thoughtful human beings. It doesn't hurt that it's good publicity for them either! Win-win!

But clearly this guy *wasn't* hiding drugs there. Never once does the article state that he was an illegal immigrant, by the way. If he was illegal, it would probably state he was an illegal alien. Immigrant does not denote illegality by default. Regardless of whether this guy had drugs or...

Now that it's nearly September, how are you doing, mgreen? You can't just leave us hanging! ;) I hope you are doing well and that your motivation has stood the test!

His preliminary court hearing is set for September 12 in Fulton Superior court. He has waived his right to attend his first court appearance scheduled for yesterday, and as a result, remains behind bars with no bond. Phone records link the policeman to the victim, and they may have initially...

It's not really matter of feeling remorse, though. Raping a rapist isn't justice. All it does is perpetuate the notion that rape is acceptable in some circumstances. Rape is unacceptable behavior always. Even for rapists. Rapists need mental help. Not more rape.

My husband is retired Army, and whenever we watch a movie with any military component, he just cannot shut up about how that guy's rank is wrong, or they did this wrong, or no one would ever do that, etc. It's really no fun, because you can't even listen to the movie! What do cop movies get...

You betcha! I'm a space junkie and follow all kinds of news about space exploration. I would go anywhere in space in a heartbeat! I'd start with mars and go find that jelly doughnut rock, though! haha

I know in NYC they definitely have quotas as to the number of people on the streets they stop and search, because it was all over the news not too long ago. So yes, quotas definitely happen. I can believe that small jurisdictions don't have them though.

I *have* lived in my car. It was actually not too bad of an ordeal at all. I'd gladly pick the car, every time. As much as I love *watching* Orange is the New Black, I sure as heck don't want to be living it!

I think it's in your best interest to be truthful throughout the hiring process, though. There's always the possibility it will come up on a polygraph if your department does that. I've read that mild recreational drug experimentation in the distant past doesn't really disqualify you as long as...

This is a really interesting case because the police can't do anything if the victim doesn't press charges. Laws like that need to be addressed because victims have rights whether they acknowledge them or not. It shouldn't take a victim pressing charges to make anything happen in clear cases of...

Always happy to see a story where justice was served, the bad guy was caught, and no one ended up dead. Seems like that doesn't happen as much as it used to anymore. That's a sobering thought.

Bala- I'm definitely sure corporal punishment isn't the answer, but that's probably a discussion for another thread. Back on topic to the original post, I think it's unnecessary for Mr. Dryden to be reprimanded for this. The students *do* have the right to not incriminate themselves, and...

Hello, nikki! Welcome to the forums :) You'll find a lot of friendly folks and interesting topics. Jump right in and post away! Welcome!

This is a heated hot button issue. Personally, I think it's a great idea. Cameras protect the public, sure, but they also protect the police. Now there can be recorded proof when a civilian says the police used excessive force, and will wipe out false claims of abuse entirely. There are even...

Charles Smith (her accomplice) stated that arson helped him with his impotence. And that when he would commit arson, Tonya would be happier. Heavens to betsy. I'm sure glad these people were caught. It sounds like they need a fair amount of mental health help, too.

Yep, it varies by state. I did find you this which covers everything that doesn't vary by state, you'll need to look up specifics for your own state. Supplying Alcohol to Minors | Criminal Law Hope this helps some!

Welcome, Phil! This is a friendly little community, so jump right in! Glad to have you around :)

The Guardian has a pretty good article out about the differences in policing that may have helped the Mark Duggan riots simmer down faster than the Ferguson riots. Although, they do note that even though the two cases are incredibly similar, they might have slightly different underlying themes...

I really wanted to be an archaeologist or marine biologist. Of course, neither one of those came true! I don't really want to be an archaeologist anymore, but I still daydream about marine biology.