It is a start, not an end. Who authorized reporting this to the SS? Does the police chief and department policy have any responsibility in how this incident was handled? An over-zealous police officer with an agenda overstepping his authority is one thing, but I also hold his superiors responsible for what transpired afterwards.
Most police officers have a very limited understanding of the law, and they prefer to stay away from the receiving end of it. But, I agree with your reasoning.
I think you seriously underestimate the police. I sat on a jury in a murder trial last year. The police impressed me with their knowledge of the law and its application.
I think you seriously underestimate the police. I sat on a jury in a murder trial last year. The police impressed me with their knowledge of the law and its application.
I sat on a murder trial jury once. It was an interesting and tiring experience. As a medical investigator I’ve provided evidence for murder trials, most of that evidence gathered in the company of hard working police. I’ve questioned many police, and read many reports. I’m not trying to ridicule police officers. Most are good honest people, well informed and skilled for what they do. There are plenty of others who just get by on the job. ...In our PC world, I don’t find it unusual that the dimwit’s boss rolled over for this injustice. PC is a scary thing that causes bureaucrats to get you before it gets them. Get the dimwit, and the boss will think twice next time. Get them all, if that’s what it takes.