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Truck collides with Hillsboro Police SUV; 3 injured
A Hillsboro police cruiser collided with a pickup truck on Sunday while responding to a call with lights and sirens, leaving three people, including two police officers, injured.
What to do if you get pulled over by the police
You do not have to give them consent to search your vehicle.
Why a Lower Trucker DUI Limit Applies to Commercial Drivers
The lower trucker DUI limit mean a commercial vehicle license holder can be convicted of a DUI with a blood/alcohol level of 0.04
Lies the Police Can Legally Tell You (and How to Respond)
"Are you a cop? You have to tell me if you're a cop!" Unfortunately, no, they do not have to tell you if they're a cop.
5 Things You Should Never Say to a Cop
Being confronted and questioned by police, no matter the scenario, can be a scary prospect. But it can be a little less scary if you know your rights. Along with knowing your legal and constitutional protections when talking to...
When Should Police Officers Be Able to Use Deadly Force?
A string of questionable officer-involved killings demonstrates the need to reevaluate laws that govern the use of lethal violence.
Protection from the Police: Know Your Rights
Any interaction with a law enforcement officer can be an intimidating experience, but there are legal limits in place to protect citizens from the authorities who abuse their power. The problem is, police officers are trained to not let you know what those limitations are. So it’s very important that you, as a law-abiding citizen, … Continued
What If There's a Mistake On Your Police Report?
One of the most persistent myths regarding criminal law is that if an officer makes a mistake on your police report, your charges get dropped. Not only is it highly unlikely an error on a report will result in...
Do you Know How to Spot a Drunk Driver?
Learn how to spot a drunk driver as a means of avoiding an accident. If you are injured by a drunk driver, you should consider your legal options.
How could so many ignore injured woman?
I hope none of us has to suffer the same lack of compassion that my friend was shown by fellow Cincinnatians.
Do you have to answer a police officer's questions?
If you’re walking down the street in the US and a police officer asks you for your identification, do you have to provide it? If an officer asks you a questi...
Have You Heard? Jeep's Planning To Build A Wrangler-Based Pickup Truck!
Jeep is finally working on giving people what they want.
How "policing for profit" threatens your rights
Did you know that the government can take your car, house, business, or other property on the mere suspicion that it's connected to criminal activity and wit...
Do you know how to handle a police stop at night in a rural place?
It can be intimidating anytime you are pulled over by police, but especially at night, in a rural part of town. So what can you do to make sure you are safe?...
Why we should be talking about the Police Department's stop-and-frisk data
For the first time ever, the city published data in a narrative format, in an effort to provide greater context around a data release. But narratives are tricky.
We can't fix policing without talking about race. This cartoon explains why.
Law enforcement has always been unfair to an underclass of people. But research gives us ideas on how to fix it.
Is Civilian Oversight the Answer to Distrust of Police?
Civilian oversight boards have been offered as one way to rebuild trust between police and the communities they serve. But do they work?
Be careful who you identify on police department social media accounts
You could wind up in serious legal trouble, if you're wrong or right.
Why Are SUVs More Popular Than Sedans?
Over the past decade, SUVs have risen in popularity, and continue to do so, while sedans are becoming less popular. But why?
