@7:19. Uh, no. Today's law enforcement are not required to perform, in fact they are discouraged as a matter of policy from, performing, any medical care. This example can be used as a ruse to break the 4th Amendment protection by law enforcement. Remember: they are NOT medically licensed or trained. Performing CPR carries a whole host of sticky wickets, Remember the George Floyd case.
Too many people just can't keep their mouths shut. They have a crazy need to argue with someone that only wants to get them to incriminate themselves (Frazier v Cupp).
didnt work for the Little Rock AR airport director, kicked in the door, didnt announce them selves, no warrent, no prisoners... pop pop no paper work now
I have been a Defense Attorney for 27 years. For the past ten years I have worked in the various stages of post-conviction proceedings in death penalty cases. My advice is pay attention to this guy. Everything he says in this video is legally correct, no matter where you live. If something varies from state to state, he tells you so. The only thing I would add is this: If it ever appears from the context of the situation or from the questions they ask that police suspect you of something, do not try to convince them it's not you. They will twist your words and use them against you. No matter what they tell you, reduce your vocubulary to one word: "Lawyer!"
Well said. The mirandizement specifically declares the intention to use everything you say against you. I question whether the mirandizement itself is a 5th amendment violation as it places the subject into a state of absolute self incrimination.
@@thedog7494Literally thousands of videos on youtube of corrupt policing, breaking the law, retaliation, being put above normal people with qualified immunity, escalation when it's not needed, making up laws to arrest people and being caught in lies, etc
I learned that real young. A sheriff told me he had evidence and camera footage of me blowing up some motorcycles and 4wheelers. Told me just to admit to it. I was nowhere near that incident.
Reminds me of an older video about not talking to cops. After the attorney spoke, he had a police detective speak as well. The detective explained how he got written confessions from younger perps by telling them that a "I'm sorry" note to the victim could help their defense. It was disgusting watching his smug satisfaction and pride at being deceptive. That video was single-handedly responsible for shifting my previously pro-police stance to something more akin to dealing with a potentially rabid animal. I think police are necessary and better than the alternative, but trusting them too far can get you bitten.
@WOODLASE No, we should not get rid of states rights. All that means is that governmental power gets concentrated in DC. Just because the predominant culture places no importance on local and state elections, doesn’t mean that those elections are fundamentally useless and should be done away with. People just need to get more involved in politics near them rather than only caring about the presidential election.
You left off the most important tip of all. If police show up at your door you do NOT have to talk to them. You don't have to answer your door. (Unless they announce they are there to serve a warrant). Then, you can demand to see the warrant through a closed window. After being wrongfully arrested 2 times in my own home I will no longer answer the door if police knock on it.
I like the one safety step for anybody at the door. A locked, double latch plexiglas storm door, will prevent entry even when you open your steel main door. You can see the papers they hold against the window, but they can't come in. Houses with a vestibule used to be a thing. The door to the main house was shut, and quick conversation was possible in the shelter of that little coat and boot area. Too bad those are not common anymore.
I’d love to get a reading on exigent circumstances bootstrapped by “anonymous tips,” not necessarily limited to SWATting. I don’t put it beyond law enforcement to create their own exigent circumstances this way.
Tom excellent video. I am retired LEO. I had a partner who use to say this, and he was right. "Whether you are a victim, witness or suspect. No good can ever come from talking to the Police!" Food for thought. Keep up the good work.
@@nicolasmustaro751 YES! My son got a degree in Criminal Justice and emphasizes to never talk to the cops. My personal friend is an Arizona State cop who's highly trained in interrogation. He is adamant about saying never talk to cops, not even as a witness. His main reason is typical cops have so little training in PROPER questioning and interrogation that they're merely overconfident idiots.
I very much learned the hard way to not talk to cops even as a Victim. It's been four years and I'm still outraged at how they rearranged my words to help the FELON get away with siccing a dog on me, on my property, and I got ripped up. Turns out the SOB goes to the Sheriff's church. (Who's the Sheriff??? The guy who's now running for US Senate for Arizona. He's run this county like a mafia and his friends are exempt from the law.)
@@bigsmiler5101 The way I’ve seen it, being a witness means that you’ve voluntarily offered to donate time out of your life to someone else’s court case. Depending on how far it goes, this means you have to take time off of work to talk to cops, the lawyers for the prosecution/plaintiff and the defense, and showing up to court for a trial to be grilled under oath. Sure, it’s better to be a witness than the victim or the accused in a situation, but it’s a hassle to have to go through all of that despite you personally having no personal investment in the outcome of the trial. You almost have to treat it like you’re donating to charity, which some people like doing…
Great video Tom. I would also add if someone grants the officer consent to enter their home, that consent can be withdrawn at any time. Unless the officer (while in the house under consent) sees contraband, if the homeowner tells the officer I am no longer consenting to you being in my house, the officer(s) MUST leave. This ability to withdraw consent can be a VERY powerful tool to recover rights that are waived. Courts have said law enforcement can infer that consent to search a home was granted if the property controller was holding open the door, but when revoking consent it must be direct and unambiguous for the best way to survive a court challenge. A good statement to make is "I am now withdrawing my consent to search, and unless you have a search warrant, you are to exit my house immediately."
@LTM They can only attempt to "seize" the residence if they find contraband, and have probable cause for a search warrant. My post was: 1.) If consent was given 2.) Up to the point of revocation of the consent, they did not find any contraband. Once contraband is found, it's game over as they will secure the residence and get a search warrant. They can't just "seize" a residence just because they want to. They need to articulate "probable cause" in order to get a search warrant. THEN they can seize the residence until a search warrant is obtained.
@LTM Exactly why I noted the withdrawal of consent must be clear and unequivocal. It would also help to be taking a video of that withdrawal along with the officer(s) reaction. If they attempt to reengage to keep the consent going, it should be directly rejected and again stated consent is withdrawn and you are to leave my home immediately. If this is on video, it would be extremely difficult for a court to give the benefit of the doubt to the officer and allow the "consent" search to continue.
To LTM & Shadow Phantom, thank you both for the rich dialogue. I have a MUCH better understanding of something I kinda, sorta, maybe heard about long ago.
f the homeowner tells the officer I am no longer consenting to you being in my house, the officer(s) MUST leave. Here is how that goes where I live........The cop shoots the homeowner, and states you appeared to be reaching for a gun....The cop then gets a big promotion,
The lying part is definitely true. I was 19 years old and had the police at my house. They told me I was a suspect in a string of burglaries. They said they had multiple witnesses and everything. I told them bullshit and I haven't done anything. Which was true. They grilled me for like 10 minutes and then left. We lived in a very small town of about 10000 people. They just wanted to close the case and didn't care who they pinned it on. This was over 30 years ago. So they have been doing this shit forever. If you are innocent just stand your ground and do not talk anymore than you have to...🇺🇸
@curtisloew4554 I'm guessing he had a free court appointed lawyer that (at best) got him plea bargained... any decent hired lawyer would likely get anything they found thrown out based on an invalid warrant and/or improbable search and seizure
@@matthewleber7147they're paid to obstruct justice. Getting someone to confess to a crime not committed because the police lied is an obstruction of justice because the real criminal is still free and laughing about the bloke being his fall guy.
Thanks Tom. Summary: 1. Don't give consent to search. Consent can be specific words or even non-verbal. Speak clearly that you do not consent to a search. Make sure everyone in the house knows. 2. Don't have illegal stuff in plain sight. 3. Probable cause can be a warrant (written court order), or exigent circumstance (emergency threat to life or property, fleeing suspect, destruction of evidence) 4. Police are allowed to lie and trained how to do it well. Do not talk with them.
@@stephen-ng The police have tough job to do. There ARE actual bad guys out there, even though they are a tiny fraction of people. Most people are good, despite what the news says. Understand your rights.
@@Flat_Earth_Sophia Absolutely don’t open the door. Foot in the door tactics open up far too much nonsense from law enforcement like any attempt to close the door being interpreted as assault.
Vote for decent Mayor and City/County/State officials including DA's and Judges. Let them adjust attitude of Police. You can't fight Police and you Lawyer will size your problems to his fees.
@mrbakerskatz far as I'm concerned, you show up at my door and demand anything without a warrant, you're just a clown in a costume and will be treated as a potential criminal. Until you prove you're legitimate, I'll do whatever is necessary to defend my home and family.
I had the ATF call me once and come to my door once. In each instance it was about guns I had bought new and sold legally to someone else. Eventually the guns showed up at crime scenes. Since I am in Illinois I was able to dig out the bill of sale (10 year record requirement). The two ATF guys who came to my door expected me to give them a hard time and I started out that way since I had no idea who they were. I stepped outside and talked and left them on the stoop while I tried to find the paperwork on said gun. It was fine, I was happy to cooperate but I do agree you really need to be careful. Tell you what, always have a lockable screen door in front your main door. Then you have “protection” from them just opening up a door.
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
@@bryanjackson8917 don't answer the door. If they have a warrant, they're coming in anyway. Play IRON MAIDEN at front door at 110 decibels. Anything coming in can't meaningfully announce anything. Exercise castle doctrine on anything coming thru door, uninvited. I recommend the XL18 FIAME. THROVVER, 110' RANGE WITH NAY PAIM. You can buy it online like buying shoes, NO restrictions. Don't GAF about commenting on UA-cam. Try to prove who said this, crispy critters can't prove anything.😉
so stop tolerating it. or dont. it goes without saying the vast majority of people who get worked up in political YT comment sections will screech untill the cows come home but the most they do is vote. theres only one way out of this situation and its not through the courts anymore.
As a 66 yo woman who has never been in trouble with the law, thank you. Sadly I have little trust in police. It started when i was a pretty young woman. A policeman driving next to me on the street asked me my name. I ignored him. This angered him and he told me he could pull me over and get all the information he wanted, even if i was a virgin. All while driving down the street, i was so afraid but still ignored him. Thankfully it was an empty threat. So I appreciate you providing this information.
The Fort Worth police are some of the worst. I have been abused by these Nazis for violating no laws whatsoever. They pull up beside me and decide to F**k with me. They invent something from their own minds and vindictively go after me. I hate them.
When my sister was pregnant an off-duty cop and his friend came in the our work and was making very rude sexual comments to her. It irked her so she complained to the chief who said he'd "do something about it". Flash forward years and my sister gets pulled over at 2am for swerving and guess who walks up to her window. She refused to exit the vehicle and told him why she was afraid. He arrested her when another officer showed up. Of course there was nothing in his file but she had a good attorney so she beat it. Lesson; Don't Drink and Drive, and sadly, if you are in a position of authority realize that your actions also have big consequences.
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
@@bryanjackson8917 Not necessarily. They knock for a reason. The reason they knock is because they have to knock if they don't have a search warrant. But, yeah, you're probably fucked.
Being a retired LEO of 40 years, this video was by far one of the best in explaining rights and getting through an incident in the best possible outcome. This would also be great for young officers to view, Thanks
How was that ritual for the Freemason order goddamn pedophile footsoldier?😂 Bet you'd help burn children alive in Maui if you had the chance for another freemason backdoor ritual.
Disabled agent with the common wealth PA here... agree that is some true protecting and serving!!! We need more PSA's like this,ran as commercials.... mandatory gun safety classes should be mandatory to access and put ink on 4473's which would also have your ncic # associated or linked... also fix state reciprocity like DL's .... just incorporate the two??? (fast track) like hunter safety courses cards to get a hunting license... rearrange/revamp batf with people who actually know what they are talking about and have common since... guns should be like religion ¤ have nothing to do with politics!!! No place for it since just about everyone that has a opinion on the subject has managed to prove their competence loose the alcohol tobacco division.... LBC take care of that and leave the fbi with the explosives and or hsi actually reality calls for a firearms only agency that only deals inweapons... please dont hit me with the tracking and trace'n of guns because its already done.... Dont for a second think differently maybe different divisions within this new agency but all agents should be master smith's or qualified experts in their class of weapons at minimum in said field no tax stamps... or one and done covers all most importantly a few sprinkles of common since hear and there its already complicated enough when the empire gets its lil fingers involved... abolish the fraternal order of police and full immunity... accountability, responsibility, Internal affairs under that umbrella also needs to be removed... let secret services deal with them who answers directly to commander in cheif😮.... THOUGHTS OR IDEAS??!!!! Thoughts on insurance for ccw or in general???
Use and know rights its your duty as a American citizen and 100% if you are a gun owner period there is alot I don't agree with but if you want the smoothest out come comply use your rights!!! and be respectful and responsible.... more training for the gang!! Should be a far more thorough phyc test to get in academy and for 120 revise or new stress testing/ evolution/training tougher pass /fail mental health/ training courses and regs... regroup with mental health and addiction facilities
One time a cop showed up at my door asking about someone I let stay at my house for a few weeks. This person was down on their luck and needed a little help. About a month after they left/moved out the police showed up looking for them. They asked to search my house for a stolen item in relation to the person I let stay at my house. I knew 100% of their items left with them. I said NO you can't search my home. He pushed back with threats about if they find reason to believe its their they will get a warrant blah blah. I stood my ground and repeated NO. He left after telling me again about possible consequences. I felt guilty even though I had done nothing wrong. Its hard to tell them no but you must. Never EVER let a cop into your home without a warrant.
As a kid of the 60s, we had cops for neighbors. I was taught to respect them, never to question their motives or actions. My teenage grandson has been taught way different! Minors cannot consent to allow them to enter a dwelling, we've impressed that fact on him. He knows not to open the door for them. Not because we're doing anything illegal, just to protect us from their lies. The drug war has provided low hanging fruit & unsurprisingly, has become the focus of their activities. Murder solve rates fell after criminalization of cannabis & is, overall, deplorable. Gotta chase that sweet Federal money & look towards asset forfeiture! Policing has changed & not for the better imo.
Yeah exactly somebody I know who has several family members living with him. One is going through. Drug court is definitely his own worst enemy. He is going through and complying with everything through drug court. Even though it's not his drug court they're allowing unrestricted searches of the house. There are all kinds of stuff. He's griping about this whole time but I'm like you're the one allowing it. I told him to put a lock on his bedroom door for multiple reasons. One to give himself privacy and protect himself and his wife from just people walking in because he's got several family members living with him and many more that are trying to live with him. That whole got to do it. It's family mentality that a lot of people have. But yeah he is definitely his own worst enemy and not just through this. It's also other things. He will open his mouth and spill everything and then wonder why he gets in trouble
They pretty much need to lie in order to do their job. It's in society's best interest that they lie. It's in your best interest to understand how they can lie to prevent them from getting one over on you.
Because of the LIES from cops over my 50 plus years, I don't talk to them without an attorney present. I'll NEVER allow them in my house without a warrant. And ONLY after I've read that warrant! I once had a cop try to pass off a restaurant menu (the kind left under windshield wipers at a Mall, etc.) as a warrant! I told him his "warrant" was only good at Kungpow Palace! And added he could leave my property! I filed a formal complaint that same afternoon. I'm NOT an excon, nor do I live in a seedy neighborhood. That jerk was harassing me for fun. He went too far that day, and because of my complaint never bothered me again. I learned then police were NOT my friend, and should NEVER be trusted! It doesn't help when I overhear them bragging and laughing about violating People's Constitutional RIGHTS! Because of this, I see them as little more than Hitler's brown shirts; agents of TYRANNY.
@@hanskrieger4299 ; Yes, and we have MANY brown shirts here in the USA; city cops wear blue, sheriff offices wear brown, as do some state police; highway patrol, etc.
Fantastic video Tom. These little tips are so important as our country slips more and more into chaos and into a “police state”! I’m 68, a retired Air Force veteran and I can not believe what I’m witnessing. Very sad for sure. Thanks again from all of us… we are paying close attention too your and your teams work🇺🇸
@@zhou_sei not speaking fir him, but in the last 30. years i have seen our freedoms being trampled on and justice nit being served to the criminals. chaos being encouraged so more power can be taken by the elites. the democrats will not rest until communism in America is accomplished. we won't allow it though.
@@zhou_sei How about weaponization of government agencies against people that hold divergent political views? How about freedom of expression being obstructed by social media organizations? How about FBI/NSA monitoring of the general populaces’ communications? How about the defunding of police departments and prosecutors molly coddling criminals? How about a president who has received millions of dollars from China selling them our strategic oil reserve on the eve of war with them? How about Bidens’ announced plan to surrender to the WHO, an organization dominated by China, being given the right to enforce medical injections against our resistant citizens, and WHO having the right to strip our nation of medical supplies for other countries? How about the suppression of domestic oil production, forcing us to rely on our enemies for oil? How about edging America into war with Russia over Ukraine without a strategic need, and that in the face of half of NATO being resistant? How about communist created Critical Race Theory being taught to our children? How about drag queens entertains our kids, and when parents object, they’re called domestic terrorists? Get the picture? He was talking about these things, the destruction of the USA from the inside. Are you so dumb or indoctrinated that you don’t realize that?
There is a revolution coming soon, stay tuned, be prepared, and support the Constitution. It is the HIGHEST law of the land. Our founding fathers were not a bunch of crazy landowners who had a boring weekend and decided to create a Sacred Document to assure that FREEDOM is for everybody. They foresaw the present state of corruption in our country.
Often times officers do not know the law they are enforcing or more correctly they try to enforce non-existing laws. Instead of learning "tricks" to entrap they should put more effort in learning the laws they are hired to enforce. This would go a long way in public relations and save the courts a lot of time and expense.
Problem being cops are NOT expected to know ALL THE LAWS that they are enforcing. BUT we the public are expected to know each and EVERY law! Ignorance is no exception for us citizens! This is absolutely ludicrous. How are we the people to know all the laws. Should ALL citizens act like some, not all, of law enforcement, shoot first and beg for forgiveness later. I say yes to the latter! Plus my aim just might be better than the Gestapo! If the police would learn the law in school. Wait a minute. How is it possible to learn w/o going to a Academy for more 3 months. How come it takes longer to get a cosmetology license than to be able to have a gun, put people in jail, legally or not possibly ruining a person's life?? Cops NEED a LOT more training, A WHOLE LOT MORE TRAINNING!!!!! Or revert to 2nd, Amendment !! I see the whites of their eyes!!
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
No sh1t !!!!!! That's what I always say... How can you be "Law Enforcement" when you don't KNOW THE LAW??? And my proof, I asked a cop that was in a parking lot how they can sell switchblades at gun shows legally, and made sure to act totally confused. His reply was a long drawn out line of BS that was clear he didn't have a clue. I've done that a few other times with other things and the results are always the same... Law ENFORCEMENT doesn't know the law, they make it up as they go. Bully with a Badge...
THANK YOU for reminding people that the 1st amendment right (like on social media) to "free speech" does not shield you from the consequences of your free speech!
Outstanding content. I worked for State Attorneys and civil attorneys for yrs. Just remember, the less sad, the better off. YET, ALWAYS BE POLITE. The different law enforcement agencies, especially today, will use your emotional state against you. If there's no warrant, I would add: NO, I am not refusing. I just want to check with my attorney. May GOD bless.
You don’t have to be polite. In fact it’s BEST if you’re not. You need to put these a-holes in their place. There’s a difference between belligerence and assertiveness. Politeness will get you into trouble every time.
@@TheGuitarRebI just tell them I'll take it up with my uncle, "what's he going to do?" Well he's the mayor and he's your boss.... attitudes immediately change!
You must be an excellent trial lawyer. The way you explain things so clearly and succinctly is amazing. Bet you can convince a jury of anything. Great info and thanks!
True but jurors should not need to be convinced or buy into one's thinking or delivery.... both sides are at war for outcome of their preference either client or state..... and if we didn't treat states and government as a business which was never meant it was not meant to be a job or pay well or and personally the sate should not really care that deeply about cases plaintiff and defendant.... there is so much wrong at this point it sux
The world feels like everyone is a criminal because the laws are made that police can manipulate the "reality" and you get jailed. Thank you for all this.
They have the legal right to jail you for 74 hours after that they have to charge you with something if they don't they have to let you go. A three day drop is nothing.
They came in a hear patients hous to arrest his son Without a warrant they busted his door down and the repairs cost the elderly heart patient out of his little tiny ss check in fort bend county Texas
We are taught as children that law enforcement officials are our friends and the good guys. Don't. Talk. To. Cops. They aren't there to be your pal. Their job is to investigate criminal activity. Great video Tom. Subscribed.
🔴🔴 📢 WHEN YOU OPEN YOUR Mouth 📢 You Are HELPING THEM BUILD A CASE -AGAINST YOU !! 🔴 ONLY ONE WORD : " LAWYER "comes out of your mouth PERIOD ! IT WORKS ! . . . then be ready for this : Cop : ...so what happened ? You Say : " Lawyer " Cop : so youre not going to answer my questions You Say : " Lawyer " Cop : blah blah blah You Say : " Lawyer " Its best to have your court IN THE courtroom -then on THE STREET 🙄 Just remember to SHUT UP n only say Lawyer ! 📢 NOTHING ELSE.. so they dont LIE & TWIST YOUR WORDS in court and you dont have to pay EXTRA $$$$$ to your lawyer to defend what all you said
@@Ada-zn3pwnot true, they may be there to help, but they’re not your friend. Also, from the initial contact a case is being made, now that there are body cams it’s usually a very simple process.
Spot on pretty much said same.... such a oxymoron lol they do not have your best interests at heart period they do not serve or provide protection I was taught the same being brought up and now I teach my children total opposite... read my responses background in LE no more disabled now...but the gang is taught that all citizens are suspects taught that u shoot to kill... trained to lie and deceive to extract needed Intel for case.... taught indicators and body language lots of stuff that would blow the average citizens away cops minds are already made up about you and what is going to happen b4 they made contact they have already arrested you three times in their head Pryor to contact they are not asking for your name or ID to be friends or thought it would be cool to strike up a convo with u every thing the gang does is methodical and has a reason/training behind it or built into every action that'd made period 😮
Thanks Tom! Good to know what our rights are. Wished we had you & UA-cam 35 yrs ago when 2 FBI AGENTS just walked right in to my home looking for information about my husband. I was 23 yrs old and petrified- they said they could arrest me on the spot if I didn’t give them this info…my husband at the time was apparently breaking a few SEC REGULATIONS and I had no idea. That was the day my attitude changed and my respect for authority! Anyway, people need to be aware of their rights so THANKS! Cynthia
_ just wait until the supine court of the US grants themselves total immunity - after all the new 'INQUISITORS' must be free from any "sin", any and all sin(s) 😳 😲 😵
Affidavit will only be presented in the court and it is not attached to warrant at your door. By then Police have had entered, did search, obtained or manufactured evidence so the warrant will be justified. In judges eyes, you are already guilty because police said so.
A warrant cannot be granted or created without a probable cause affidavit. Whether that affidavit is required to be presented to you at the time of the execution of the warrant is a different matter subject to individual states laws. Nebraska, for example, does not require it to be presented to you at the time the warrant is executed. Most states won't require the PC affidavit at the time of execution. They are required to be disclosed to the defense in trial, though.
Great video Tom. Many people don’t realize their rights and these type video discussions tell them to be informed and protect their rights. Keep up the great work.
i opened the front door for the police, when i was much younger, in the 80's. We were talking, with them on the front porch and myself on the other side of the threshold. My 2 year old son was napping in the back bedroom and began to cry. My wife, instinctively, got off the couch and was heading to tend to him when the two cops decided, they now had an ability or reason to enter my home, because my wife had left the room, or was making an effort to. I was in my prime back then, but still, only 5' 8''145 LBS. so they did not expect to be on the loosing end, of a fight for my,threshold. they found there selves on there ass's and i spent a night in the, hooscow. released the next mourning with no charges. i think one reason they didnt want to press charges, because evidently, i was in the wrong. or. they were at least, in the right, according to the law, was because they were quite embarrassed at a little guy, bouncing them out of his home. it didnt take them long to sbdue me but it was worth it.
It's been that way since the beginning of time. Nothing going on politically today is even slightly new, it's the same old tricks from the Bronze Age, it's just all on TV/louder now and there are more humans so it all seems overwhelming.
@@DerHammerSpricht Incorrect. As you said yourself, the new thing is scale. BILLIONS of people have relocated in the past couple decades, and it's changed demographics, values, and interests in a lot of places, and also required an increase in the amount of politicians and government employees by orders of magnitude. Technology has caged us well beyond the common imagination, as well, and the police have access to most of it by warrant. The scale, scope, and intensity of policing is unprecedented, far beyond the wettest dreams of the KGB or Schutzstaffel. In a very real way, we live in by far the worst police state ever conceived by humanity, it's just set to "stun" most of the time.
First time seeing your channel. Especially appreciate learning the importance of making clear that although there's no intent to obstruct the warrant, there's also no consent to be searched. Liked and subscribed.
It's really a breath of fresh air to hear that there is an attorney out there that may be legit. So thank you! The system is so very corrupt! I'm sorry but my experience has totally destroyed my view of the criminal justice system & I majored in that in college & worked in law enforcement! I could not turn in a corrupt attorney in Wisc because he volunteered at the office of lawyer regulations! So very sad. Please continue doing what is right, advising 'we the people'. Thank you!
This is great stuff. Do you know how many times I've told people to get the hell off of social media NOW, they don't, and it completely devastates the entire case not just in criminal stuff but family law as well. Best strategy in preserving your individual rights is don't trust people walking around in your house especially government anything and shut the hell up. Our Constitutional rights are primarily based on protecting your property and a huge right in that you have the right to say nothing.
Find a lawyer that is not 'in-bed' with law enforcement, judges and district attorney. In some areas, most cities are run by the Boss Hogg, Sheriff Roscoe Coltrane, and the good'ol boy system, where it's the local government officials that are against the everyday voters. I plead the 5th, as if, I don't know, I can't testify, and I'm feeling sexually harassed, molested, and fondled by law enforcement's sexual predator style of approach.. I DO NOT CONSENT to ANY SEXUAL Advances by ANY Police or Government Official, I call "Rights Raped"
I really appreciate this content Tom. Most of us understand our rights in the abstract but many of us don't know the lengths we are legally allowed to go to protect our rights.
Be aware of libel and defamation laws. Although defamation cases are hard to prove a wealthy person can sue you and even if they lose you lose too because you either have to hire an attorney or handle the case yourself.
everyone on this post on UA-cam delete all social media like now..stop wasting time posting evidence that could and will be used against you in either kangaroo court of law or the chinese social score system......Why supply ammunition for these tyrannical crime creators/hunters of normal, genuine humans?
Good video and good information you have presented.I have gone through many police interactions while going through my divorce in 2015. Do not speak to them, do not answer their questions, if you have a lawyer call them, do not consent to a search whether they have a warrant or not because that will save your ass in court later. Make sure you have working cameras posted inside and outside your premises.That's what I have learned and continue to do to protect myself from law enforcement.
Bert..corruption ,racism ,many things..Government agencies being weaponized..One example is critical race theory..Should someone get away with murder or crime because of their skin color? We have government officials who don't even know the constitution..Children are being indoctrinated in the schools to a woke agenda..Communism is real and people are niave..We are no longer a government for the people and by the people ...
Former prosecutor and federal agent here. That was an excellent presentation. I think you hit the exact balance between explaining it well and not getting too technical.
In this day and age all this is extremely important!! Anything to help us keep our rights and our property is useful. They should NOT be allowed to lie, because we are not!!! That's two tiered justice as well!!! And we have WAY too much of THAT!!!!
I accidentally stumbled on this, I found it very helpful. Things that you think you might not ever need to use, but certainly very happy if the situation ever presents itself and you need to refer back.
pull your camera out and ignore unlawful threats. By knowing basic law and recording police interactions you will protect your civil rights and keep yourself out of trouble.
The only thing any law enforcement gets from me during an encounter is the following: "Am I being detained?" If the answer is yes: "What crime am I being suspected of?" Just want to ask you some questions. I reply: "I don't answer questions, Am I free to go?" If the answer is no: "Charge me or let me go, period. "No matter what they say outside of "You're free to go," I always repeat the process until I'm charged or free to go.
@@luisbetancourt-dp7hh I do fight it in the court room and win every single time without a lawyer. But if you're saying that I should somehow comply with a cop, I think I'll pass as that advice hasn't ever done me any favors. That basic script I posted is bullet proof, has never failed. I have been charged five times and beat every single charge. Easy depravation of rights lawsuit follows...
@@luisbetancourt-dp7hhagainst their rigged and corrupt court/legal system?? Nah! The judge, prosecutor AND police are all on the SAME side. Almost NO chance of a truly fair hearing OR trial in "court".
4 replies and YT only shows 1. Don't you just love arrogant gate keepers that want to control what you see and hear? Can't wait for the new tech moguls that love America and freedom of speech. If not we are headed down a very dark road and history has already shown us where it ends.
Thank you Sir! I am a law abiding citizen/ professional (PharmD) and I am mortified by the lawlessness of those sworn to uphold the constitution. It isn't a good omen that we ought pay attention to this sort of content, but what will be will be.
You have being in the past involved with law enforcement pretty much takes all your credibility away. You’re all liars and victimizers. Intelligent people don’t care what you have to say. I mean, how could someone? You pledge to uphold the constitution and then turn around and break it during your first five minutes on the job. It’s quite honestly disgusting. 😊 have a nice day or don’t, I couldn’t give a fuck less.
I just started watching your videos. Here are some things I'd like to find out about: 1) I must have watched 50 videos about people claiming they don't have to produce ID unless there is probable cause for a stop. A detainment, they claim, is technically arrest. When, if ever, can I refuse to produce ID? 2) If you are driving your car in a state that does not have a duty to inform, should you say you have a weapon license if you are carrying and they ask for your driver's license? 3) You might watch The Lincoln Lawyer. In the season finale, the lawyer is pulled over and somebody stuffed a dead body in his trunk. Blood is leaking and the officer observes that. The lawyer refused to consent to search, but the police forced the trunk open and searched anyway. What would happen regarding the evidence (i.e. one dead body) in relation to the car driver /owner's legal rights?
This was great to hear. I had people at my door with unclear identification. I did not let them in. They came over and over again, still did not let them in. In the end they called that they had been mistaken. Living in a city people try to get in your apt. I would like to hear more on this.
One time an ATF agent came to my home to talk to me. I let her in, because it was the only time you should ever allow one in without a warrant. I was applying for a Federal Firearms License. As it has been said, the only time you should allow law enforcement to come in without a warrant is when you call them.
Even when you do call them, you should still be cautious. A friend of mine had to call the police for a neighborhood disturbance and went to talk to the officers while wearing his sidearm. He went out in the street to talk with them and one of them asked if he had a permit and asked to also see his firearm. He complied... and of course he then ran the serial number. Turns out it was reported stolen, so they seized it. Fortunately they believed he hadn't stolen it and had just been sold a hot item, but he had to go through an ordeal to prove it, and of course was just out the money he'd payed for it.
@@ensinitas I don't hesitate to wear my side arm around cops, but I make sure they're aware I have one and always have my permit on hand when I carry. Never just go running up with a gun in your hand or waving it around like an idiot, for sure. A little common sense goes a long way. Last time we had to call cops here for a problem with some meth head neighbors fighting, they arrived after one of them had stumbled onto our property after being attacked by his house mates, and I was not dealing with that situation unarmed. All I did was notify the officer that I was carrying as soon as he arrived, he looked at my permit and never batted an eye about it, and even told me since he was the only on there, it was probably a good idea to remain armed.
@@ensinitasthey're on edge because of reprisals and the animosity they themselves created. People are just tired of their tyrannical actions and are starting to defend themselves from THEM now too.
I think the modern trend of having video doorbells and such is a great thing to have - eliminates a lot of possibilities of police keeping you talking, limits the amount they can see, hear, smell inside etc. In the video you mentioned also sound and smell - when you physically open the door they might smell something that MIGHT be vaguely similar to something else and then they get their "exigent circumstances". Or maybe when you open the door you look hangover and they start asking if you are on drugs etc. The doorbell gives you the ability to cut it short just by saying goodbye and shutting off the microphone and they don't see you or see/hear/smell anything inside your home.
Speaking of being asked if you're on drugs, as a teen I always had a sleepy look on my face where even my friends thought I was constantly high. I never touched drugs or alcohol growing up. I had some officers at my door and one accused me of being high, cuffed me, and took me to the back of their car. Me being a teen and having no knowledge of the law let this all happen because I thought I was complying with the officers. In the end they found my siblings, afraid and hiding in the closet with my dog, who was barking the whole time.
Doorbell cameras make no difference... most police officers wear them on their vests... the police is ALWAYS the enemy and they are trained to never trust anyone and to gather damaging evidence against everyone they possibly can
any defense attorney practices drug cases can tell you all about how cops claim to smell all sorts of stuff from unimaginable distances and it's been proven scientifically impossible over and over yet it still goes on. Worse yet are the judges that buy the "we smelled cannabis" from two hundred feet away baloney and granted the warrant.
Just be aware that the ring Company don't care about your rights. And they will give your video to the police without a warrant! All of your video!! Did you come home three months ago drunk-driving and stagger on your own porch and put the key in the door and go inside and go to bed? Yeah
Thanks for this very useful video! I'm law-abiding but I didn't realize how sneaky they can be, taking advantage of common courtesy and lying THAT much!
Most police do not care about you and if the police are spending any time with you then most likely it's because they're planning to give you a ticket or give someone nearby a ticket. Most police will ignore you when your car breaks down unless that police officer recognizes your situation as a way of giving you a ticket. Most police blindly follow orders and do not care about skyrocketing crime... in fact many police intentionally avoid real criminals.
Great video. I’m glad that you’re going over many topics, including that police can lie to you. People are usually their worst enemy when it comes to interacting and self incrimination. Thank you for helping educate people, and keep them coming.
Solid advice & lesson. I’ve been trained in LE for so long I take it for granted that most Americans don’t know their rights of how it works. Thanks brother 🤙🏼
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
It's a shame our law enforcement has become what they are today. In my whole life I have seen them go from feeling they are out to work for the people to now working for the government and not having to answer to the public. Some county police are still old school but that's the exception. Unfortunately most people don't have much trust in them anymore.
That trust should have never existed in the first place. Law enforcement is there to harm and harass the citizens. If they were ever about protecting and serving, we wouldn't have pedophiles for politicians and police chiefs.
...and THIS is one of the reasons why the USA will continue to go downhill as a decent, safe, country to live in. imho, its only a matter of time before the USA will be extremely authoritarian (or totalitarian), intrusive, oppressive, draconian, etc. to its populace.
The information you are sharing helps to lift and shape the mind to see the legal system less as an enemy and more as a tool/strategy to use to protect oneself Constitutionally.
I was in a courtcase where I told the judge that the officer was 'not telling the truth'. He said to me; "Do you mean that one of Culver City's finest would lie in court"? I knew that I was doomed.
Same here. I got placed as the main suspect for an arson/burglary case I had nothing to do with. Cops took me off the street, seized my vehicle, my property and my phone, got violent and made numerous false statements on the discovery report to make me look like the perp and I got indicted on 19 felony charges. I also tried the whole “this is false” and “what about my rights that were very clearly violated in the process of this investigation” thing and I got told to get fucked and it doesn’t actually matter. Unfortunately now I have to view any potential interaction with LEO as a threat to my freedom because it’s the safer that way, I’d suggest others be respectful to law enforcement but don’t let your guard down for a second.
I'm a law-abiding citizen, and what is sad and frustrating is when criminals are not getting caught just because police officers don't have enough resources or are not worth the trouble. Also, when innocent people get convicted just because prosecutors, police officers, etc. do not do their job well or just want to close the case regardless if beyond a reasonable doubt is met or not.
They have plenty of resources, there's just no profit in catching actual criminals. Their profit incentive is to be up your ass 24/7 with bullshit fines and to pretend your property is somehow drug related and steal it from you.
Why do you think they are understaffed? Look into your city budget. See how they spend the money. They do not have a money problem, they have a clear agenda with the power of the state behind them. Look into the 14th amendment, it’s very clear that they do not have any obligation to ensure your safety. That’s ALL gov’t employees aka U.S. citizens. Not the same as The U.S.A.
That's exactly why these "If you don't have anything to hide, you don't have anything to worry about." people drive me nuts. They don't live in reality or are completely unaware of the people being hassled and/or prosecuted who are innocent.
Thank you for telling us the facts about our rights. I have always supported the police and sheriff, but with politicians using our justice system for their nefarious purposes, it’s good to know what’s what.
The police are a tool of the state. Nothing more, nothing less. They aren't heroes and they aren't devils. Saying you support the police is like saying you support hammers. When in reality it's the person and intentions wielding the hammer. Is it a carpenter or someone committing murder? Is it a just Government, or an unjust government? That pretty much decides what the police will do because I can assure you the police will always choose themselves, and their easy cushy jobs and privileges over the cattle, at least that's how they and the elite see us.
I'm sorry you feel politicians are worse than they used to be. Corruption and simple incompetence has been part of politics and policing since day one. In particular, political corruption only appears to have increased, because we now have politicians using claims of corruption as political weapons. Some politicians claim the entire world is against them. In reality, it's just the voters.
All on the same team Or I mean gang... yea they all sux honestly I would be embarrassed if I died and my family was so butt hurt they made up some stupid law that had my name on it in "my memory " and because they are so incredibly stupid that they are proud of what they did in my memory thinking a law will really save peasants lives!! not to mention the hurt my so called made up nonsense law would cause... by landing Joe blow in the slammer so fed up no pun intended
Great advice! Many people still look to their manners when a LEO knocks on their door. Politeness and respect for the officer doing their job is hard wired in many people, particularly those that grew up under a different time when officers were recognized as members of the community and by extension, they are there to serve and protect. These days, one must be able to critically think and understand that speaking up or stating those key phrases may be their best legal course of action. For example, let’s say a regular everyday family has a knock on the door from a LEO regarding their teenage minor. As a parent, working and doing what good citizens do, may be oblivious to what potentially may be going on with their child. Some young folks are good at projecting their good behavior to their parents, who may be none the wiser. LEO is granted access across the threshold, after all, that parent has no expectation that anything is out of the ordinary. Fast forward a few minutes and suddenly the officer is radioing for a K-9 unit based on smell, something they see or whatever.
They are not there to help you, they are there to gather evidence to arrest you just by what you might say or what they might see, so don't help them screw you.
If my child had done something illegal, they deserve to be arrested. I’d have rather had that happen & try to use that to teach my child why: the friends they’re hanging with aren’t good, what they’re involved is is unacceptable, etc and pray it shakes them up enough to help make a change. Rather that, than they continue down a rockier & rockier road in life thinking it’s ok cause they don’t get caught.
Thanks, Tom. I subscribed a couple months ago and I love that your analysis of legal matters is delivered in down to earth language instead of legalese like other sites tend to do. Keep up the good work !
Step 1: Don't talk to cops. Step 2: Have a lawyer on speed dial. (I do) Step 3: (N)ever open your door for anyone you are not expecting. Don't care what they say. Step (4): Have security cameras set up everywhere. Make sure some are hidden and/or out of reach. Step (5): Don't leave shit laying about. Hide it when not in use, and in wierd places.
An important point I'd like to add is that make sure if you have an internet connection and IP cameras connected to it, that you have a backup power for the internet and/or any security cams, and that the router is also hidden. The first thing police do in my country when they gain access to your property is to cut the Wi-Fi so they can do whatever they want and trash your home without any repercussions.
I really enjoyed your video, straight to the point and/or facts . I thought the content was really good. And I really appreciate you looking out for the “good guys” The Americans that work hard and try very best to provide for our loved ones and families. It seems like more and more we are the persecuted for our beliefs and truly angered When we’re dealing with legal situations for trying to protect our homes or families and our loved ones. Please keep up the good work and God bless America
Your message that lays out disclaimers in the description box are very well thought out! It gives very clear instructions and warns of those that are crying babies!
NEVER open your door to the police. Once they get a foot in the door (literally) you won't be able to shut them out. Also NEVER go outside to "talk" to the police. They can violate your right much more easily once they can get their pig paws on you.
Two or more cops, it's an arrest. Definitely don't open the door to them EVER. if they are asking, they don't know . If they are talking to you, it's to arrest you or try to.
I keep a loaded firearm at my door that is not visible from the exterior. I keep my hand on that gun when I am at my door when speaking with anyone I do not know personally. If I try to close my door, regardless as to who you are, I will use my gun to remove you immediately. If you are with multiple people, I will remove all of them as well.
@@MasterKnight2K better check with your lawyer on what is required to use force. You probably must prove danger and break in . 911 must hear stop or I'll proceed warning kind of thing.
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What types of FB posts are you talking about? Political posts against the Democrats? That sounds like East Germany.
@7:19. Uh, no. Today's law enforcement are not required to perform, in fact they are discouraged as a matter of policy from, performing, any medical care. This example can be used as a ruse to break the 4th Amendment protection by law enforcement. Remember: they are NOT medically licensed or trained. Performing CPR carries a whole host of sticky wickets, Remember the George Floyd case.
What happens if your friends with a police officer? And they have been in and out of your house?
If they have authorization to come in, they will. Don't even answer the door.
Too many people just can't keep their mouths shut. They have a crazy need to argue with someone that only wants to get them to incriminate themselves (Frazier v Cupp).
didnt work for the Little Rock AR airport director, kicked in the door, didnt announce them selves, no warrent, no prisoners... pop pop no paper work now
Authorized means a legal warrant , right ?
@@KennethKeith-c1g hahahahahha
@@KennethKeith-c1g it means whatever a jury of my peers thinks it means, I guess. God, our legal system is fucked.
I have been a Defense Attorney for 27 years. For the past ten years I have worked in the various stages of post-conviction proceedings in death penalty cases. My advice is pay attention to this guy. Everything he says in this video is legally correct, no matter where you live. If something varies from state to state, he tells you so. The only thing I would add is this: If it ever appears from the context of the situation or from the questions they ask that police suspect you of something, do not try to convince them it's not you. They will twist your words and use them against you. No matter what they tell you, reduce your vocubulary to one word: "Lawyer!"
Well said.
The mirandizement specifically declares the intention to use everything you say against you. I question whether the mirandizement itself is a 5th amendment violation as it places the subject into a state of absolute self incrimination.
First thing I tell any law enforcement.. I go to the 5th amendment and go investigate. Ya got so many hours to charge me.
🤣😁 "lawyer!" BRILLIANT!!
Lawyer.......
It's so sad that it's like this but basically it's you or them.
Every law enforcement officer I know says to never speak to law enforcement.
So your talking to them
Because They're paid to just complicate your life!
They know they are the real criminals. 😂
Yup. Growing up in a family with multiple generations of LEO's I can't tell you many times I heard that advice growing up.
No comprenda ,no speak Egish .
I love that you admitted that the courts are corrupt in the US. Good for you.
Horribly corrupt. The Judicial system in the U.S. is a sham. Persecute the victim, and coddle the criminal. This has to stop nationwide.
So are a ton of police
@@LynNicks In your head, that is
Anything and everything involving humans is inherently corrupt.
@@thedog7494Literally thousands of videos on youtube of corrupt policing, breaking the law, retaliation, being put above normal people with qualified immunity, escalation when it's not needed, making up laws to arrest people and being caught in lies, etc
I like that you added, "police are allowed to lie to you". Yes they are.. and I don't think many people realize this. Good video, good content.
I learned that real young. A sheriff told me he had evidence and camera footage of me blowing up some motorcycles and 4wheelers. Told me just to admit to it.
I was nowhere near that incident.
Not in Montana.
Reminds me of an older video about not talking to cops. After the attorney spoke, he had a police detective speak as well.
The detective explained how he got written confessions from younger perps by telling them that a "I'm sorry" note to the victim could help their defense. It was disgusting watching his smug satisfaction and pride at being deceptive. That video was single-handedly responsible for shifting my previously pro-police stance to something more akin to dealing with a potentially rabid animal.
I think police are necessary and better than the alternative, but trusting them too far can get you bitten.
@WOODLASE No, we should not get rid of states rights. All that means is that governmental power gets concentrated in DC.
Just because the predominant culture places no importance on local and state elections, doesn’t mean that those elections are fundamentally useless and should be done away with. People just need to get more involved in politics near them rather than only caring about the presidential election.
@@nolgroth Trusting them at all can get you bitten. When dealing with a rabid animal, you take zero chances.
You left off the most important tip of all. If police show up at your door you do NOT have to talk to them. You don't have to answer your door. (Unless they announce they are there to serve a warrant). Then, you can demand to see the warrant through a closed window. After being wrongfully arrested 2 times in my own home I will no longer answer the door if police knock on it.
People are judged by the company they keep.
@@TheGuitarRebmaybe socially judged. But not legally judged.
Only took you 2 times to learn!
I like the one safety step for anybody at the door. A locked, double latch plexiglas storm door, will prevent entry even when you open your steel main door. You can see the papers they hold against the window, but they can't come in. Houses with a vestibule used to be a thing. The door to the main house was shut, and quick conversation was possible in the shelter of that little coat and boot area. Too bad those are not common anymore.
If the police have a warrant and you don't answer the door, they will kick it down. You don't have to talk to them but they are coming in regardless.
I’d love to get a reading on exigent circumstances bootstrapped by “anonymous tips,” not necessarily limited to SWATting. I don’t put it beyond law enforcement to create their own exigent circumstances this way.
Right ! Wow - ain’t that some crazy shet !
Depending on the agency... atf, yea could totally see that. Some local non liberal controlled agency the chances are about zero.
Confidential informant.
In my day, an "anonymous tip" was not probable cause.
@@jaymylar1726 non liberal controlled agency? what do you mean? please elaborate
DO NOT CONCENT, WITHOUT A WARRANT!
Do not consent even if they have a warrant. It's in the video.
Tom excellent video. I am retired LEO. I had a partner who use to say this, and he was right. "Whether you are a victim, witness or suspect. No good can ever come from talking to the Police!" Food for thought. Keep up the good work.
Bruh wtf? When even the cops say don't talk to the cops... What?
@@nicolasmustaro751 YES! My son got a degree in Criminal Justice and emphasizes to never talk to the cops. My personal friend is an Arizona State cop who's highly trained in interrogation. He is adamant about saying never talk to cops, not even as a witness. His main reason is typical cops have so little training in PROPER questioning and interrogation that they're merely overconfident idiots.
I very much learned the hard way to not talk to cops even as a Victim. It's been four years and I'm still outraged at how they rearranged my words to help the FELON get away with siccing a dog on me, on my property, and I got ripped up. Turns out the SOB goes to the Sheriff's church. (Who's the Sheriff??? The guy who's now running for US Senate for Arizona. He's run this county like a mafia and his friends are exempt from the law.)
@@bigsmiler5101 Over confident idiots huh? You generalized the intelligence of nearly one million US police but they are the idiots?
@@bigsmiler5101
The way I’ve seen it, being a witness means that you’ve voluntarily offered to donate time out of your life to someone else’s court case.
Depending on how far it goes, this means you have to take time off of work to talk to cops, the lawyers for the prosecution/plaintiff and the defense, and showing up to court for a trial to be grilled under oath.
Sure, it’s better to be a witness than the victim or the accused in a situation, but it’s a hassle to have to go through all of that despite you personally having no personal investment in the outcome of the trial. You almost have to treat it like you’re donating to charity, which some people like doing…
Great video Tom. I would also add if someone grants the officer consent to enter their home, that consent can be withdrawn at any time. Unless the officer (while in the house under consent) sees contraband, if the homeowner tells the officer I am no longer consenting to you being in my house, the officer(s) MUST leave. This ability to withdraw consent can be a VERY powerful tool to recover rights that are waived. Courts have said law enforcement can infer that consent to search a home was granted if the property controller was holding open the door, but when revoking consent it must be direct and unambiguous for the best way to survive a court challenge. A good statement to make is "I am now withdrawing my consent to search, and unless you have a search warrant, you are to exit my house immediately."
@LTM They can only attempt to "seize" the residence if they find contraband, and have probable cause for a search warrant. My post was:
1.) If consent was given
2.) Up to the point of revocation of the consent, they did not find any contraband.
Once contraband is found, it's game over as they will secure the residence and get a search warrant. They can't just "seize" a residence just because they want to. They need to articulate "probable cause" in order to get a search warrant. THEN they can seize the residence until a search warrant is obtained.
CONTRABAND IS PROTECTED UNDER THE 2ND AND 4TH AMENDMENTS.
@LTM Exactly why I noted the withdrawal of consent must be clear and unequivocal. It would also help to be taking a video of that withdrawal along with the officer(s) reaction. If they attempt to reengage to keep the consent going, it should be directly rejected and again stated consent is withdrawn and you are to leave my home immediately. If this is on video, it would be extremely difficult for a court to give the benefit of the doubt to the officer and allow the "consent" search to continue.
To LTM & Shadow Phantom, thank you both for the rich dialogue. I have a MUCH better understanding of something I kinda, sorta, maybe heard about long ago.
f the homeowner tells the officer I am no longer consenting to you being in my house, the officer(s) MUST leave.
Here is how that goes where I live........The cop shoots the homeowner, and states you appeared to be reaching for a gun....The cop then gets a big promotion,
The lying part is definitely true. I was 19 years old and had the police at my house. They told me I was a suspect in a string of burglaries. They said they had multiple witnesses and everything. I told them bullshit and I haven't done anything. Which was true. They grilled me for like 10 minutes and then left. We lived in a very small town of about 10000 people. They just wanted to close the case and didn't care who they pinned it on. This was over 30 years ago. So they have been doing this shit forever. If you are innocent just stand your ground and do not talk anymore than you have to...🇺🇸
@curtisloew4554 I'm guessing he had a free court appointed lawyer that (at best) got him plea bargained... any decent hired lawyer would likely get anything they found thrown out based on an invalid warrant and/or improbable search and seizure
@@jarrodm9010I’m calling bs on the story. Even a court appointed lawyer wouldn’t be that stupid.
They are paid to lie to you.
@@matthewleber7147they're paid to obstruct justice. Getting someone to confess to a crime not committed because the police lied is an obstruction of justice because the real criminal is still free and laughing about the bloke being his fall guy.
stand your ground & you could be murdered by police. Also police lied to you before it became legal just several years ago now. VOTE
One of the classes all Americans need in high school. Please keep it up.
Thanks Tom. Summary:
1. Don't give consent to search. Consent can be specific words or even non-verbal. Speak clearly that you do not consent to a search. Make sure everyone in the house knows.
2. Don't have illegal stuff in plain sight.
3. Probable cause can be a warrant (written court order), or exigent circumstance (emergency threat to life or property, fleeing suspect, destruction of evidence)
4. Police are allowed to lie and trained how to do it well. Do not talk with them.
@@stephen-ng The police have tough job to do. There ARE actual bad guys out there, even though they are a tiny fraction of people. Most people are good, despite what the news says.
Understand your rights.
Just don't open the door.
@@Flat_Earth_Sophia Absolutely don’t open the door. Foot in the door tactics open up far too much nonsense from law enforcement like any attempt to close the door being interpreted as assault.
Vote for decent Mayor and City/County/State officials including DA's and Judges. Let them adjust attitude of Police. You can't fight Police and you Lawyer will size your problems to his fees.
no never talk to the period you never have to say a word other than ask for a warrant if they have no warratn close the door.....
No warrant No Entry and I'm not going outside to " talk" to anyone...
Yeah you try that ! Lol
@mrbakerskatz far as I'm concerned, you show up at my door and demand anything without a warrant, you're just a clown in a costume and will be treated as a potential criminal. Until you prove you're legitimate, I'll do whatever is necessary to defend my home and family.
@@mrbakerskatz It'll more likely escalate to a Waco 2.0 if anything.
@@mrbakerskatz Yea and they are trespassing no warrant? pound sand
@@mrbakerskatz they can try it's called trespassing and self defense must be a cop
I had the ATF call me once and come to my door once. In each instance it was about guns I had bought new and sold legally to someone else. Eventually the guns showed up at crime scenes. Since I am in Illinois I was able to dig out the bill of sale (10 year record requirement). The two ATF guys who came to my door expected me to give them a hard time and I started out that way since I had no idea who they were. I stepped outside and talked and left them on the stoop while I tried to find the paperwork on said gun. It was fine, I was happy to cooperate but I do agree you really need to be careful. Tell you what, always have a lockable screen door in front your main door. Then you have “protection” from them just opening up a door.
Next time 1776 their asses.
Many people can talk thru a ring video without opening the door.
@@ArnoldZiffle-jw2mv not everybody wants that including me
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
@@bryanjackson8917 don't answer the door. If they have a warrant, they're coming in anyway.
Play IRON MAIDEN at front door at 110 decibels. Anything coming in can't meaningfully announce anything. Exercise castle doctrine on anything coming thru door, uninvited.
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Don't GAF about commenting on UA-cam. Try to prove who said this, crispy critters can't prove anything.😉
The madness we tolerate is inexplicable.
so stop tolerating it. or dont. it goes without saying the vast majority of people who get worked up in political YT comment sections will screech untill the cows come home but the most they do is vote. theres only one way out of this situation and its not through the courts anymore.
@@Super61a 8:17
@@Super61abased
@@Super61aWhat are you doing about it ? Educate us
@@edwardwritt3820 wouldnt you like to know fed boy
As a 66 yo woman who has never been in trouble with the law, thank you. Sadly I have little trust in police. It started when i was a pretty young woman. A policeman driving next to me on the street asked me my name. I ignored him. This angered him and he told me he could pull me over and get all the information he wanted, even if i was a virgin. All while driving down the street, i was so afraid but still ignored him. Thankfully it was an empty threat. So I appreciate you providing this information.
Well she could have said "Poon Tane ax me again en I'll tell you the same."
This is why all women should own self-defense weapons lmao
The Fort Worth police are some of the worst. I have been abused by these Nazis for violating no laws whatsoever.
They pull up beside me and decide to F**k with me. They invent something from their own minds and vindictively go after me. I hate them.
When I was a young pretty woman(now 68) I had to deal with stalkers three times. Very scary and each one was a cop.
When my sister was pregnant an off-duty cop and his friend came in the our work and was making very rude sexual comments to her. It irked her so she complained to the chief who said he'd "do something about it".
Flash forward years and my sister gets pulled over at 2am for swerving and guess who walks up to her window.
She refused to exit the vehicle and told him why she was afraid. He arrested her when another officer showed up.
Of course there was nothing in his file but she had a good attorney so she beat it.
Lesson; Don't Drink and Drive, and sadly, if you are in a position of authority realize that your actions also have big consequences.
As a retired LEO, this is excellent information. Thanks for keeping people safe Tom Grieve
Enjoy your well earned retirement Jimmy!
I thought that is what the police do? Keep people safe.
@@treyconnor1859 Not according to the supreme court.
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
@@bryanjackson8917 Not necessarily. They knock for a reason. The reason they knock is because they have to knock if they don't have a search warrant. But, yeah, you're probably fucked.
Being a retired LEO of 40 years, this video was by far one of the best in explaining rights and getting through an incident in the best possible outcome. This would also be great for young officers to view, Thanks
How was that ritual for the Freemason order goddamn pedophile footsoldier?😂
Bet you'd help burn children alive in Maui if you had the chance for another freemason backdoor ritual.
Disabled agent with the common wealth PA here... agree that is some true protecting and serving!!! We need more PSA's like this,ran as commercials.... mandatory gun safety classes should be mandatory to access and put ink on 4473's which would also have your ncic # associated or linked... also fix state reciprocity like DL's .... just incorporate the two??? (fast track) like hunter safety courses cards to get a hunting license... rearrange/revamp batf with people who actually know what they are talking about and have common since... guns should be like religion ¤ have nothing to do with politics!!! No place for it since just about everyone that has a opinion on the subject has managed to prove their competence loose the alcohol tobacco division.... LBC take care of that and leave the fbi with the explosives and or hsi actually reality calls for a firearms only agency that only deals inweapons... please dont hit me with the tracking and trace'n of guns because its already done.... Dont for a second think differently maybe different divisions within this new agency but all agents should be master smith's or qualified experts in their class of weapons at minimum in said field no tax stamps... or one and done covers all most importantly a few sprinkles of common since hear and there its already complicated enough when the empire gets its lil fingers involved... abolish the fraternal order of police and full immunity... accountability, responsibility,
Internal affairs under that umbrella also needs to be removed... let secret services deal with them who answers directly to commander in cheif😮.... THOUGHTS OR IDEAS??!!!! Thoughts on insurance for ccw or in general???
Use and know rights its your duty as a American citizen and 100% if you are a gun owner period there is alot I don't agree with but if you want the smoothest out come comply use your rights!!! and be respectful and responsible.... more training for the gang!! Should be a far more thorough phyc test to get in academy and for 120 revise or new stress testing/ evolution/training tougher pass /fail mental health/ training courses and regs... regroup with mental health and addiction facilities
Omg nobody cares about your zodiac sign.
This is a joke LOL
We don't have rights anymore. Politicians have them all now.
One time a cop showed up at my door asking about someone I let stay at my house for a few weeks. This person was down on their luck and needed a little help. About a month after they left/moved out the police showed up looking for them. They asked to search my house for a stolen item in relation to the person I let stay at my house. I knew 100% of their items left with them. I said NO you can't search my home. He pushed back with threats about if they find reason to believe its their they will get a warrant blah blah. I stood my ground and repeated NO. He left after telling me again about possible consequences. I felt guilty even though I had done nothing wrong. Its hard to tell them no but you must. Never EVER let a cop into your home without a warrant.
Congrats for helping a thief. You must be proud.
@@TheGXDivider How them boots taste?
@@TheGXDivider congrats on being a dem
@@demo2952 dude i'm a leo irl. No dems in PD.
@@TheGXDivider if you enforce gun control laws then you are an oath breaker in regards to the US Constitution
As a kid of the 60s, we had cops for neighbors. I was taught to respect them, never to question their motives or actions. My teenage grandson has been taught way different! Minors cannot consent to allow them to enter a dwelling, we've impressed that fact on him. He knows not to open the door for them. Not because we're doing anything illegal, just to protect us from their lies. The drug war has provided low hanging fruit & unsurprisingly, has become the focus of their activities. Murder solve rates fell after criminalization of cannabis & is, overall, deplorable. Gotta chase that sweet Federal money & look towards asset forfeiture! Policing has changed & not for the better imo.
Completely different time Katie.
If Boomers didn't flood this country with the third world we wouldn't be turning into the third world now.
Clearly your a weed smoker, lol!....but I don't disagree with your points.
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@@katiekane5247 YT says they are not good for you.
Or me.
Really sad America has become a police state ,and terribly corrupt
Great reminder that when in contact with law enforcement,we may become our worst enemy…
Thank you.
May? No, they ARE the enemy
Yeah exactly somebody I know who has several family members living with him. One is going through. Drug court is definitely his own worst enemy. He is going through and complying with everything through drug court. Even though it's not his drug court they're allowing unrestricted searches of the house. There are all kinds of stuff. He's griping about this whole time but I'm like you're the one allowing it. I told him to put a lock on his bedroom door for multiple reasons. One to give himself privacy and protect himself and his wife from just people walking in because he's got several family members living with him and many more that are trying to live with him. That whole got to do it. It's family mentality that a lot of people have. But yeah he is definitely his own worst enemy and not just through this. It's also other things. He will open his mouth and spill everything and then wonder why he gets in trouble
@@redrustyhill2 It’s bad to be made a fool, it’s worse when we make ourselves the fool -
I'm almost 100% sure he means yourself for letting them do stuff or say things you shouldn't. Yall are slow
Cops are trash
Same rule applies for Vampires!!! Unless you invite them in they are not allowed to enter!
Exactly right....the cops are vampires😄
It's probably a good rule of thumb to think of LE coming to your house and sniffing around as "vampires" anyway.
Best analogy I’ve heard yet!
The way things are today, I trust a vampire more than a cop.
That only works in Santa Carla, Ca
Cops shouldn't be allowed to lie. They are supposed to be held to a higher standard.
they are literally above the law because of qualified immunity.
@@RealRorschach100 The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that they can lie in the course of their duties.
They pretty much need to lie in order to do their job. It's in society's best interest that they lie. It's in your best interest to understand how they can lie to prevent them from getting one over on you.
@@RealRorschach100 Not above the law. It is the law.
They are not above God, our Creator's law.. or His judgement!
Because of the LIES from cops over my 50 plus years, I don't talk to them without an attorney present. I'll NEVER allow them in my house without a warrant. And ONLY after I've read that warrant! I once had a cop try to pass off a restaurant menu (the kind left under windshield wipers at a Mall, etc.) as a warrant! I told him his "warrant" was only good at Kungpow Palace! And added he could leave my property! I filed a formal complaint that same afternoon.
I'm NOT an excon, nor do I live in a seedy neighborhood. That jerk was harassing me for fun. He went too far that day, and because of my complaint never bothered me again. I learned then police were NOT my friend, and should NEVER be trusted!
It doesn't help when I overhear them bragging and laughing about violating People's Constitutional RIGHTS! Because of this, I see them as little more than Hitler's brown shirts; agents of TYRANNY.
he took that from training day exact scenario!
Hitler's brownshirts,
Mussolini/antifa blackshirts,
Venezuelan redshirts,
Cops blueshirts.
@@hanskrieger4299 ;
Yes, and we have MANY brown shirts here in the USA; city cops wear blue, sheriff offices wear brown, as do some state police; highway patrol, etc.
Fantastic video Tom. These little tips are so important as our country slips more and more into chaos and into a “police state”! I’m 68, a retired Air Force veteran and I can not believe what I’m witnessing. Very sad for sure. Thanks again from all of us… we are paying close attention too your and your teams work🇺🇸
what do you mean? can you explaim what you're seeing?
@@zhou_sei not speaking fir him, but in the last 30. years i have seen our freedoms being trampled on and justice nit being served to the criminals. chaos being encouraged so more power can be taken by the elites. the democrats will not rest until communism in America is accomplished. we won't allow it though.
Are you actually witnessing things, or is it just what you are being shown via media?
@@zhou_sei How about weaponization of government agencies against people that hold divergent political views? How about freedom of expression being obstructed by social media organizations? How about FBI/NSA monitoring of the general populaces’ communications? How about the defunding of police departments and prosecutors molly coddling criminals? How about a president who has received millions of dollars from China selling them our strategic oil reserve on the eve of war with them? How about Bidens’ announced plan to surrender to the WHO, an organization dominated by China, being given the right to enforce medical injections against our resistant citizens, and WHO having the right to strip our nation of medical supplies for other countries? How about the suppression of domestic oil production, forcing us to rely on our enemies for oil? How about edging America into war with Russia over Ukraine without a strategic need, and that in the face of half of NATO being resistant? How about communist created Critical Race Theory being taught to our children? How about drag queens entertains our kids, and when parents object, they’re called domestic terrorists? Get the picture? He was talking about these things, the destruction of the USA from the inside.
Are you so dumb or indoctrinated that you don’t realize that?
There is a revolution coming soon, stay tuned, be prepared, and support the Constitution. It is the HIGHEST law of the land. Our founding fathers were not a bunch of crazy landowners who had a boring weekend and decided to create a Sacred Document to assure that FREEDOM is for everybody. They foresaw the present state of corruption in our country.
Often times officers do not know the law they are enforcing or more correctly they try to enforce non-existing laws. Instead of learning "tricks" to entrap they should put more effort in learning the laws they are hired to enforce. This would go a long way in public relations and save the courts a lot of time and expense.
Yep 👍
Problem being cops are NOT expected to know ALL THE LAWS that they are enforcing.
BUT we the public are expected to know each and EVERY law! Ignorance is no exception for us citizens! This is absolutely ludicrous.
How are we the people to know all the laws. Should ALL citizens act like some, not all, of law enforcement, shoot first and beg for forgiveness later. I say yes to the latter! Plus my aim just might be better than the Gestapo! If the police would learn the law in school. Wait a minute.
How is it possible to learn w/o going to a Academy for more 3 months. How come it takes longer to get a cosmetology license than to be able to have a gun, put people in jail, legally or not possibly ruining a person's life??
Cops NEED a LOT more training, A WHOLE LOT MORE TRAINNING!!!!!
Or revert to 2nd, Amendment !! I see the whites of their eyes!!
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
No sh1t !!!!!! That's what I always say... How can you be "Law Enforcement" when you don't KNOW THE LAW??? And my proof, I asked a cop that was in a parking lot how they can sell switchblades at gun shows legally, and made sure to act totally confused. His reply was a long drawn out line of BS that was clear he didn't have a clue. I've done that a few other times with other things and the results are always the same... Law ENFORCEMENT doesn't know the law, they make it up as they go. Bully with a Badge...
Excellent suggestion, more smarter cops please
THANK YOU for reminding people that the 1st amendment right (like on social media) to "free speech" does not shield you from the consequences of your free speech!
Outstanding content. I worked for State Attorneys and civil attorneys for yrs.
Just remember, the less sad, the better off. YET, ALWAYS BE POLITE. The different law enforcement agencies, especially today, will use your emotional state against you. If there's no warrant, I would add: NO, I am not refusing. I just want to check with my attorney.
May GOD bless.
You don’t have to be polite. In fact it’s BEST if you’re not. You need to put these a-holes in their place. There’s a difference between belligerence and assertiveness. Politeness will get you into trouble every time.
Just say I'm a good friend of the Mayor and be sure to get their badge numbers.
@@TheGuitarRebI just tell them I'll take it up with my uncle, "what's he going to do?" Well he's the mayor and he's your boss.... attitudes immediately change!
You must be an excellent trial lawyer. The way you explain things so clearly and succinctly is amazing. Bet you can convince a jury of anything. Great info and thanks!
True but jurors should not need to be convinced or buy into one's thinking or delivery.... both sides are at war for outcome of their preference either client or state..... and if we didn't treat states and government as a business which was never meant it was not meant to be a job or pay well or and personally the sate should not really care that deeply about cases plaintiff and defendant.... there is so much wrong at this point it sux
I was a criminal justice student, and a lot of this stuff we covered in our lectures, so it was a refresher. Great video!
You are an excellent, no nonsense lawyer. Your presentation was short, concise and understandable. Keep up the good work.
"It is better 100 guilty persons go free than 1 innocent person suffer" Benjamin Franklin.
Idk about that one.
@@fight4ourright306 Yes, you do. It is correct. No questions.
It’s also BS. Innocent people get convicted all the time.
@@fight4ourright306you're absolutely right. You don't know. Thank you for your honesty 🙏
Sorry Benji boy. Gotta' disagree...
The world feels like everyone is a criminal because the laws are made that police can manipulate the "reality" and you get jailed. Thank you for all this.
They have the legal right to jail you for 74 hours after that they have to charge you with something if they don't they have to let you go. A three day drop is nothing.
They came in a hear patients hous to arrest his son Without a warrant they busted his door down and the repairs cost the elderly heart patient out of his little tiny ss check in fort bend county Texas
The best thing is what my criminal defense attorney says : Attorney please..!! I plead the 5th. I have nothing else to say"
@@gradyhernandez4699 I would find the cop thug who did it and exact some personal justice.
You are so right.
We are taught as children that law enforcement officials are our friends and the good guys. Don't. Talk. To. Cops. They aren't there to be your pal. Their job is to investigate criminal activity.
Great video Tom. Subscribed.
🔴🔴 📢 WHEN YOU OPEN YOUR Mouth 📢 You Are HELPING THEM BUILD A CASE -AGAINST YOU !! 🔴 ONLY ONE WORD : " LAWYER "comes out of your mouth PERIOD ! IT WORKS ! . . .
then be ready for this :
Cop : ...so what happened ?
You Say : " Lawyer "
Cop : so youre not going to answer my questions
You Say : " Lawyer "
Cop : blah blah blah
You Say : " Lawyer "
Its best to have your court IN THE courtroom -then on THE STREET 🙄
Just remember to SHUT UP n only say Lawyer ! 📢 NOTHING ELSE.. so they dont LIE & TWIST YOUR WORDS in court and you dont have to pay EXTRA $$$$$ to your lawyer to defend what all you said
Its called indoctrination.
If you're not doing anything illegal they are your friend
@@Ada-zn3pwnot true, they may be there to help, but they’re not your friend. Also, from the initial contact a case is being made, now that there are body cams it’s usually a very simple process.
Spot on pretty much said same.... such a oxymoron lol they do not have your best interests at heart period they do not serve or provide protection I was taught the same being brought up and now I teach my children total opposite... read my responses background in LE no more disabled now...but the gang is taught that all citizens are suspects taught that u shoot to kill... trained to lie and deceive to extract needed Intel for case.... taught indicators and body language lots of stuff that would blow the average citizens away cops minds are already made up about you and what is going to happen b4 they made contact they have already arrested you three times in their head Pryor to contact they are not asking for your name or ID to be friends or thought it would be cool to strike up a convo with u every thing the gang does is methodical and has a reason/training behind it or built into every action that'd made period 😮
Great info Tom! Please keep informing us of ways to protect ourselves from our own stupidity.
WOW, FINALLY A GUY WHO CAN BREAK THIS DOWN. THANK YOU SO MUCH AND GOD BLESS YOU FOR THIS INFORMATION!
Great advice Tom. I spent 21 years as an investigator with DOJ, DEA, State Police and Sheriffs. You are spot on. Dont talk. Dont consent.
Was that your view while you were an investigator or did you just see the error of your ways since?
You spent years being fictional things?
Thanks Tom! Good to know what our rights are. Wished we had you & UA-cam 35 yrs ago when 2 FBI AGENTS just walked right in to my home looking for information about my husband. I was 23 yrs old and petrified- they said they could arrest me on the spot if I didn’t give them this info…my husband at the time was apparently breaking a few SEC REGULATIONS and I had no idea. That was the day my attitude changed and my respect for authority! Anyway, people need to be aware of their rights so THANKS! Cynthia
They are Cunning ,devious crafty and can act like they are your " friend" ! Just mention I'm calling my Attorney and things may " change"
_ just wait until the supine court of the US grants themselves total immunity - after all the new 'INQUISITORS' must be free from any "sin", any and all sin(s) 😳 😲 😵
Thankyou Tom, for your wisdom in this type of citiation.
Great advice, thank you. I wasn’t aware that a warrant should have an affidavit to support it.
Neither did I, and that is interesting.
Affidavit will only be presented in the court and it is not attached to warrant at your door. By then Police have had entered, did search, obtained or manufactured evidence so the warrant will be justified. In judges eyes, you are already guilty because police said so.
A warrant cannot be granted or created without a probable cause affidavit. Whether that affidavit is required to be presented to you at the time of the execution of the warrant is a different matter subject to individual states laws.
Nebraska, for example, does not require it to be presented to you at the time the warrant is executed. Most states won't require the PC affidavit at the time of execution.
They are required to be disclosed to the defense in trial, though.
As someone who works with probable cause and reasonable suspicion every day, all of this is great advice. Great content Tom, thanks for the video!
Great video Tom. Many people don’t realize their rights and these type video discussions tell them to be informed and protect their rights. Keep up the great work.
i opened the front door for the police, when i was much younger, in the 80's. We were talking, with them on the front porch and myself on the other side of the threshold. My 2 year old son was napping in the back bedroom and began to cry. My wife, instinctively, got off the couch and was heading to tend to him when the two cops decided, they now had an ability or reason to enter my home, because my wife had left the room, or was making an effort to. I was in my prime back then, but still, only 5' 8''145 LBS. so they did not expect to be on the loosing end, of a fight for my,threshold. they found there selves on there ass's and i spent a night in the, hooscow. released the next mourning with no charges. i think one reason they didnt want to press charges, because evidently, i was in the wrong. or. they were at least, in the right, according to the law, was because they were quite embarrassed at a little guy, bouncing them out of his home. it didnt take them long to sbdue me but it was worth it.
😂👏👏 I loved reading this story!
This is chilling considering that law enforcement, in some areas, is being used to go after people that politicians do not politically agree with.
It's been that way since the beginning of time. Nothing going on politically today is even slightly new, it's the same old tricks from the Bronze Age, it's just all on TV/louder now and there are more humans so it all seems overwhelming.
@@DerHammerSpricht Incorrect. As you said yourself, the new thing is scale. BILLIONS of people have relocated in the past couple decades, and it's changed demographics, values, and interests in a lot of places, and also required an increase in the amount of politicians and government employees by orders of magnitude. Technology has caged us well beyond the common imagination, as well, and the police have access to most of it by warrant. The scale, scope, and intensity of policing is unprecedented, far beyond the wettest dreams of the KGB or Schutzstaffel. In a very real way, we live in by far the worst police state ever conceived by humanity, it's just set to "stun" most of the time.
So are criminals, and that's why they don't like us being armed.
@@LobotomyDC ehh disagree America is pretty dang free in reality
Yes, it's called 'weaponizing'. As in weaponizing the FBI.
Not a lawyer, nor trying to be, but do appreciate your videos. I find them interesting and educational. Many thanks for a quality product.
Why would anyone assume you to be a lawyer simply because you say you appreciate these videos, and find them interesting?
@@onekerri1 exactly what kind of troll are you?
First time seeing your channel. Especially appreciate learning the importance of making clear that although there's no intent to obstruct the warrant, there's also no consent to be searched. Liked and subscribed.
Speaking as a retired LEO, excellent video Tom. I subbed.
It's really a breath of fresh air to hear that there is an attorney out there that may be legit. So thank you! The system is so very corrupt! I'm sorry but my experience has totally destroyed my view of the criminal justice system & I majored in that in college & worked in law enforcement! I could not turn in a corrupt attorney in Wisc because he volunteered at the office of lawyer regulations! So very sad. Please continue doing what is right, advising 'we the people'. Thank you!
Thank you for at least " trying " to do the right thing. 👍⚖️🦅🙏
You're a Good Fargo Cop. A rare breed, both then and now. Good luck and bless ya! Okay then!
It's the government has gone tyrannical
This is great stuff. Do you know how many times I've told people to get the hell off of social media NOW, they don't, and it completely devastates the entire case not just in criminal stuff but family law as well. Best strategy in preserving your individual rights is don't trust people walking around in your house especially government anything and shut the hell up. Our Constitutional rights are primarily based on protecting your property and a huge right in that you have the right to say nothing.
Don't even open the door. Solves 98% of the problem right there. And when they do violate your rights make sure you sue them every time!
Find a lawyer that is not 'in-bed' with law enforcement, judges and district attorney. In some areas, most cities are run by the Boss Hogg, Sheriff Roscoe Coltrane, and the good'ol boy system, where it's the local government officials that are against the everyday voters. I plead the 5th, as if, I don't know, I can't testify, and I'm feeling sexually harassed, molested, and fondled by law enforcement's sexual predator style of approach.. I DO NOT CONSENT to ANY SEXUAL Advances by ANY Police or Government Official, I call "Rights Raped"
I always open the door
Use the civil tort of Misfeasance in Public Office, as this carries a maximum penalty of LIFE IN Prison and the payment of unlimited damages.
@@Brightstarlivesteam If that was enforced most all local judges, attorneys and corrupt police would all be put away.
That’s why you have a door bell camera
This is GREAT info everyone needs to know!!!!!!
I really appreciate this content Tom. Most of us understand our rights in the abstract but many of us don't know the lengths we are legally allowed to go to protect our rights.
And to hear that cops actually lie! I know that they do, but always thought it an urban myth that it is ok. Bummer.
Thank you for the advice, need to keep my mouth shut and don’t comment anything in social media anymore.
Be aware of libel and defamation laws. Although defamation cases are hard to prove a wealthy person can sue you and even if they lose you lose too because you either have to hire an attorney or handle the case yourself.
everyone on this post on UA-cam delete all social media like now..stop wasting time posting evidence that could and will be used against you in either kangaroo court of law or the chinese social score system......Why supply ammunition for these tyrannical crime creators/hunters of normal, genuine humans?
Thank you! And thank you for reposting this. You can't hear this enough.
Good video and good information you have presented.I have gone through many police interactions while going through my divorce in 2015. Do not speak to them, do not answer their questions, if you have a lawyer call them, do not consent to a search whether they have a warrant or not because that will save your ass in court later. Make sure you have working cameras posted inside and outside your premises.That's what I have learned and continue to do to protect myself from law enforcement.
Bert..corruption ,racism ,many things..Government agencies being weaponized..One example is critical race theory..Should someone get away with murder or crime because of their skin color? We have government officials who don't even know the constitution..Children are being indoctrinated in the schools to a woke agenda..Communism is real and people are niave..We are no longer a government for the people and by the people ...
Former prosecutor and federal agent here. That was an excellent presentation. I think you hit the exact balance between explaining it well and not getting too technical.
Nobody cares about your former vocations.
Or political or emotional
In this day and age all this is extremely important!! Anything to help us keep our rights and our property is useful. They should NOT be allowed to lie, because we are not!!! That's two tiered justice as well!!! And we have WAY too much of THAT!!!!
It's a multi teared justice sistem.
I accidentally stumbled on this, I found it very helpful. Things that you think you might not ever need to use, but certainly very happy if the situation ever presents itself and you need to refer back.
pull your camera out and ignore unlawful threats. By knowing basic law and recording police interactions you will protect your civil rights and keep yourself out of trouble.
The only thing any law enforcement gets from me during an encounter is the following: "Am I being detained?" If the answer is yes: "What crime am I being suspected of?" Just want to ask you some questions. I reply: "I don't answer questions, Am I free to go?" If the answer is no: "Charge me or let me go, period. "No matter what they say outside of "You're free to go," I always repeat the process until I'm charged or free to go.
Don't fight in the streets, fight in court room
@@luisbetancourt-dp7hh I do fight it in the court room and win every single time without a lawyer. But if you're saying that I should somehow comply with a cop, I think I'll pass as that advice hasn't ever done me any favors. That basic script I posted is bullet proof, has never failed. I have been charged five times and beat every single charge. Easy depravation of rights lawsuit follows...
@@luisbetancourt-dp7hh ARMED CIVIL WAR ENDS POLICE TERRORISM IN MINUTES!
FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!
@@luisbetancourt-dp7hhagainst their rigged and corrupt court/legal system?? Nah! The judge, prosecutor AND police are all on the SAME side. Almost NO chance of a truly fair hearing OR trial in "court".
4 replies and YT only shows 1. Don't you just love arrogant gate keepers that want to control what you see and hear? Can't wait for the new tech moguls that love America and freedom of speech. If not we are headed down a very dark road and history has already shown us where it ends.
Thank you Sir! I am a law abiding citizen/ professional (PharmD) and I am mortified by the lawlessness of those sworn to uphold the constitution. It isn't a good omen that we ought pay attention to this sort of content, but what will be will be.
Having been a Deputy Sheriff, I find this video well done.
You have being in the past involved with law enforcement pretty much takes all your credibility away. You’re all liars and victimizers. Intelligent people don’t care what you have to say. I mean, how could someone? You pledge to uphold the constitution and then turn around and break it during your first five minutes on the job. It’s quite honestly disgusting. 😊 have a nice day or don’t, I couldn’t give a fuck less.
@@mikelmazlaghani487 Anyone can say that anyone can claim to be anyone on the Internet
@@johnmatonne7834 Anyone can say that anyone can say that anyone can claim to be anyone on the internet.
@@TheOnlySaneAmerican I have a 4 year old that does parrots what people say.
Keep trying Sparky
Too bad you guys can lie, because of it people dont trust the police force for help in justice
I just started watching your videos. Here are some things I'd like to find out about:
1) I must have watched 50 videos about people claiming they don't have to produce ID unless there is probable cause for a stop. A detainment, they claim, is technically arrest. When, if ever, can I refuse to produce ID?
2) If you are driving your car in a state that does not have a duty to inform, should you say you have a weapon license if you are carrying and they ask for your driver's license?
3) You might watch The Lincoln Lawyer. In the season finale, the lawyer is pulled over and somebody stuffed a dead body in his trunk. Blood is leaking and the officer observes that. The lawyer refused to consent to search, but the police forced the trunk open and searched anyway. What would happen regarding the evidence (i.e. one dead body) in relation to the car driver /owner's legal rights?
Thank you so much for educating us about our RIGHTS which either we do not understand or take them for granted.
If you did nothing wrong you have nothing to worry about friend
@@johnmatonne7834 🤡
@@johnmatonne7834 😂😂 What kind of a 1950s TV sitcom are you living in?! Andy Griffith or something?!?
This was great to hear. I had people at my door with unclear identification. I did not let them in. They came over and over again, still did not let them in. In the end they called that they had been mistaken. Living in a city people try to get in your apt. I would like to hear more on this.
One time an ATF agent came to my home to talk to me. I let her in, because it was the only time you should ever allow one in without a warrant. I was applying for a Federal Firearms License. As it has been said, the only time you should allow law enforcement to come in without a warrant is when you call them.
Even when you do call them, you should still be cautious. A friend of mine had to call the police for a neighborhood disturbance and went to talk to the officers while wearing his sidearm. He went out in the street to talk with them and one of them asked if he had a permit and asked to also see his firearm. He complied... and of course he then ran the serial number. Turns out it was reported stolen, so they seized it. Fortunately they believed he hadn't stolen it and had just been sold a hot item, but he had to go through an ordeal to prove it, and of course was just out the money he'd payed for it.
@@upinarms79 legal or not, wearing your sidearm to visit cops is a bad idea. they are all on edge these days.
@@ensinitas I don't hesitate to wear my side arm around cops, but I make sure they're aware I have one and always have my permit on hand when I carry. Never just go running up with a gun in your hand or waving it around like an idiot, for sure. A little common sense goes a long way. Last time we had to call cops here for a problem with some meth head neighbors fighting, they arrived after one of them had stumbled onto our property after being attacked by his house mates, and I was not dealing with that situation unarmed. All I did was notify the officer that I was carrying as soon as he arrived, he looked at my permit and never batted an eye about it, and even told me since he was the only on there, it was probably a good idea to remain armed.
@@upinarms79 dude I lol'd when I read "running up with a gun in your hand or waving it around like an idiot"
@@ensinitasthey're on edge because of reprisals and the animosity they themselves created. People are just tired of their tyrannical actions and are starting to defend themselves from THEM now too.
Again Thank You for your service. Everyone needs to be Educated and you are doing a good job, Thank You.
I think the modern trend of having video doorbells and such is a great thing to have - eliminates a lot of possibilities of police keeping you talking, limits the amount they can see, hear, smell inside etc. In the video you mentioned also sound and smell - when you physically open the door they might smell something that MIGHT be vaguely similar to something else and then they get their "exigent circumstances". Or maybe when you open the door you look hangover and they start asking if you are on drugs etc. The doorbell gives you the ability to cut it short just by saying goodbye and shutting off the microphone and they don't see you or see/hear/smell anything inside your home.
Speaking of being asked if you're on drugs, as a teen I always had a sleepy look on my face where even my friends thought I was constantly high. I never touched drugs or alcohol growing up. I had some officers at my door and one accused me of being high, cuffed me, and took me to the back of their car. Me being a teen and having no knowledge of the law let this all happen because I thought I was complying with the officers. In the end they found my siblings, afraid and hiding in the closet with my dog, who was barking the whole time.
Doorbell cameras make no difference... most police officers wear them on their vests... the police is ALWAYS the enemy and they are trained to never trust anyone and to gather damaging evidence against everyone they possibly can
any defense attorney practices drug cases can tell you all about how cops claim to smell all sorts of stuff from unimaginable distances and it's been proven scientifically impossible over and over yet it still goes on. Worse yet are the judges that buy the "we smelled cannabis" from two hundred feet away baloney and granted the warrant.
Just be aware that the ring Company don't care about your rights. And they will give your video to the police without a warrant! All of your video!! Did you come home three months ago drunk-driving and stagger on your own porch and put the key in the door and go inside and go to bed? Yeah
Unless they rip off the cam and destroy it, which they will do
Thanks for this very useful video! I'm law-abiding but I didn't realize how sneaky they can be, taking advantage of common courtesy and lying THAT much!
Common courtesy to your friends, not police.
@@joshSmacknMouths "Hey, Josh, come on in! Great to see you!"
"Thanks! Oh, btw, I'm a cop."
"You f*!" Get out!"
@@ThePCExpertAmateur oink 🐷
@@joshSmacknMouths LOL!
Most police do not care about you and if the police are spending any time with you then most likely it's because they're planning to give you a ticket or give someone nearby a ticket. Most police will ignore you when your car breaks down unless that police officer recognizes your situation as a way of giving you a ticket.
Most police blindly follow orders and do not care about skyrocketing crime... in fact many police intentionally avoid real criminals.
Great video with valuable information. Social Media being used against you really just destroys your 1st ammendment rights.
From Uvalde Texas to Farmington New Mexico is a bumpy road...
Great video. I’m glad that you’re going over many topics, including that police can lie to you. People are usually their worst enemy when it comes to interacting and self incrimination. Thank you for helping educate people, and keep them coming.
Solid advice & lesson. I’ve been trained in LE for so long I take it for granted that most Americans don’t know their rights of how it works. Thanks brother 🤙🏼
If law enforcement comes a knocking at your door and you already know it's the ATF as soon as you hear the knock, I would say that you are already fairly well fucked no matter what happens next!
I remember when "smelling" became "in sight" and changed 4th Amendment by Supreme Court ruling...it shocked me.
They are like vampires. Never invite a vampire into your home, it renders you defenseless.
Homes are fictional.
@@bunk95 so are vampires.
It's a shame our law enforcement has become what they are today. In my whole life I have seen them go from feeling they are out to work for the people
to now working for the government and not having to answer to the public. Some county police are still old school but that's the exception.
Unfortunately most people don't have much trust in them anymore.
They used to be called peace keepers, now they are law enforcement?
That trust should have never existed in the first place.
Law enforcement is there to harm and harass the citizens.
If they were ever about protecting and serving, we wouldn't have pedophiles for politicians and police chiefs.
Yes, sadly it's TRUE they work for the govt Not the people.
LEOs have always been a necessary evil at best.
...and THIS is one of the reasons why the USA will continue to go downhill as a decent, safe, country to live in. imho, its only a matter of time before the USA will be extremely authoritarian (or totalitarian), intrusive, oppressive, draconian, etc. to its populace.
The information you are sharing helps to lift and shape the mind to see the legal system less as an enemy and more as a tool/strategy to use to protect oneself Constitutionally.
Very valuable reminders of how we have to be engaged to preserve our rights.
I was in a courtcase where I told the judge that the officer was 'not telling the truth'. He said to me; "Do you mean that one of Culver City's finest would lie in court"? I knew that I was doomed.
Same here. I got placed as the main suspect for an arson/burglary case I had nothing to do with. Cops took me off the street, seized my vehicle, my property and my phone, got violent and made numerous false statements on the discovery report to make me look like the perp and I got indicted on 19 felony charges. I also tried the whole “this is false” and “what about my rights that were very clearly violated in the process of this investigation” thing and I got told to get fucked and it doesn’t actually matter. Unfortunately now I have to view any potential interaction with LEO as a threat to my freedom because it’s the safer that way, I’d suggest others be respectful to law enforcement but don’t let your guard down for a second.
I'm a law-abiding citizen, and what is sad and frustrating is when criminals are not getting caught just because police officers don't have enough resources or are not worth the trouble. Also, when innocent people get convicted just because prosecutors, police officers, etc. do not do their job well or just want to close the case regardless if beyond a reasonable doubt is met or not.
Yeah they're lazy
They have plenty of resources, there's just no profit in catching actual criminals. Their profit incentive is to be up your ass 24/7 with bullshit fines and to pretend your property is somehow drug related and steal it from you.
Not dragging me into thier little "court games where you're already fucked" it'll never go that far
Why do you think they are understaffed? Look into your city budget. See how they spend the money. They do not have a money problem, they have a clear agenda with the power of the state behind them. Look into the 14th amendment, it’s very clear that they do not have any obligation to ensure your safety. That’s ALL gov’t employees aka U.S. citizens. Not the same as The U.S.A.
That's exactly why these "If you don't have anything to hide, you don't have anything to worry about." people drive me nuts. They don't live in reality or are completely unaware of the people being hassled and/or prosecuted who are innocent.
Thank you for telling us the facts about our rights. I have always supported the police and sheriff, but with politicians using our justice system for their nefarious purposes, it’s good to know what’s what.
The police are a tool of the state. Nothing more, nothing less. They aren't heroes and they aren't devils. Saying you support the police is like saying you support hammers. When in reality it's the person and intentions wielding the hammer. Is it a carpenter or someone committing murder? Is it a just Government, or an unjust government? That pretty much decides what the police will do because I can assure you the police will always choose themselves, and their easy cushy jobs and privileges over the cattle, at least that's how they and the elite see us.
I'm sorry you feel politicians are worse than they used to be. Corruption and simple incompetence has been part of politics and policing since day one. In particular, political corruption only appears to have increased, because we now have politicians using claims of corruption as political weapons. Some politicians claim the entire world is against them. In reality, it's just the voters.
Thanks for hating the Empire but loving it's stormtroopers. That's not double think at it's worst or anything.
Politicians can’t carry our corruption w/o enforcement, which is why imho police are unconstitutional. Only sheriffs/deputies should be enforcement.
All on the same team Or I mean gang... yea they all sux honestly I would be embarrassed if I died and my family was so butt hurt they made up some stupid law that had my name on it in "my memory " and because they are so incredibly stupid that they are proud of what they did in my memory thinking a law will really save peasants lives!! not to mention the hurt my so called made up nonsense law would cause... by landing Joe blow in the slammer so fed up no pun intended
Great advice! Many people still look to their manners when a LEO knocks on their door. Politeness and respect for the officer doing their job is hard wired in many people, particularly those that grew up under a different time when officers were recognized as members of the community and by extension, they are there to serve and protect. These days, one must be able to critically think and understand that speaking up or stating those key phrases may be their best legal course of action. For example, let’s say a regular everyday family has a knock on the door from a LEO regarding their teenage minor. As a parent, working and doing what good citizens do, may be oblivious to what potentially may be going on with their child. Some young folks are good at projecting their good behavior to their parents, who may be none the wiser. LEO is granted access across the threshold, after all, that parent has no expectation that anything is out of the ordinary. Fast forward a few minutes and suddenly the officer is radioing for a K-9 unit based on smell, something they see or whatever.
They are not there to help you, they are there to gather evidence to arrest you just by what you might say or what they might see, so don't help them screw you.
If my child had done something illegal, they deserve to be arrested. I’d have rather had that happen & try to use that to teach my child why: the friends they’re hanging with aren’t good, what they’re involved is is unacceptable, etc and pray it shakes them up enough to help make a change. Rather that, than they continue down a rockier & rockier road in life thinking it’s ok cause they don’t get caught.
The ATF needs to be disbanned.
disbanded*
Why would they disban it? They have a method for oppressing citizens and keeping them in line.
I don't understand why they still exist. There's no practical reason for it.
All three letter agencies need to go away.
Exactly why?
They enforce important legislation
Very clear and concise. I love that you did this in a short, easy to watch format. Very watchable and understandable video. Thank you.
Thanks, Tom. I subscribed a couple months ago and I love that your analysis of legal matters is delivered in down to earth language instead of legalese like other sites tend to do. Keep up the good work !
Step 1: Don't talk to cops. Step 2: Have a lawyer on speed dial. (I do) Step 3: (N)ever open your door for anyone you are not expecting. Don't care what they say. Step (4): Have security cameras set up everywhere. Make sure some are hidden and/or out of reach. Step (5): Don't leave shit laying about. Hide it when not in use, and in wierd places.
also during an event its best to HIDE your camera footage untill you and your lawyer are ABSOLUTLY CERTAIN it will help your case.
I think you mean "never" open your door... Can they/will they kick your door in and force themselves in?
An important point I'd like to add is that make sure if you have an internet connection and IP cameras connected to it, that you have a backup power for the internet and/or any security cams, and that the router is also hidden. The first thing police do in my country when they gain access to your property is to cut the Wi-Fi so they can do whatever they want and trash your home without any repercussions.
What happened to step 4?
@@thatswhatisaidCA If cops come in illegally, then use your 2nd amendment.
Appreciate what you’re doing!
This is a great clear explanation of our rights. Thank you‼️
Thank you for taking the time to give out this information Tom
Thanks attorney Grieve! This is an extraordinarily important video. Brilliant analysis and simple to understand.
I really enjoyed your video, straight to the point and/or facts . I thought the content was really good. And I really appreciate you looking out for the “good guys” The Americans that work hard and try very best to provide for our loved ones and families. It seems like more and more we are the persecuted for our beliefs and truly angered When we’re dealing with legal situations for trying to protect our homes or families and our loved ones. Please keep up the good work and God bless America
Your message that lays out disclaimers in the description box are very well thought out! It gives very clear instructions and warns of those that are crying babies!
My favorite is, DON'T TALK TO THE POLICE. From my favorite LawTuber. Many times they do not have a warrant. Have a camera system check the front door.
Even if the cops have a warrant, there's no guarantee that they have the right address.
As a retired LEO I must say, very good and easily understood advice counselor. I enjoy your channel.
You being a leo says alot about your character. Pound sand.
@@colinl5951 AGREED
@@colinl5951 🥶
BrilliantTom. Awesome breakdown.
I appreciate this video and would love to see more especially those pertaining to the safety of senior citizens
I would love a deeper dive into Probable Cause vs. Reasonable Suspicion
This applies to all police and government officials!
Great information and clearly delivered.
NEVER open your door to the police. Once they get a foot in the door (literally) you won't be able to shut them out. Also NEVER go outside to "talk" to the police. They can violate your right much more easily once they can get their pig paws on you.
Your a wizard mr. Potter
@@carwizard3672 I'm not sure what you are Mr. Wizard.
Two or more cops, it's an arrest. Definitely don't open the door to them EVER. if they are asking, they don't know . If they are talking to you, it's to arrest you or try to.
I keep a loaded firearm at my door that is not visible from the exterior. I keep my hand on that gun when I am at my door when speaking with anyone I do not know personally. If I try to close my door, regardless as to who you are, I will use my gun to remove you immediately. If you are with multiple people, I will remove all of them as well.
@@MasterKnight2K better check with your lawyer on what is required to use force. You probably must prove danger and break in . 911 must hear stop or I'll proceed warning kind of thing.