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LordTio3 · June 4, 2010, 10:56 AM

I agree with the cop. And it is what I would do if I lived in California.

That being said... the cop isn't going to be the one behind the hi-profile arrest. The District Attorney will be. It really doesn't matter what the police officer thinks is justified, it matters what the DA believes is or isn't in accordance with legal precedent and standing legislation. If you broke the law and someone is dead because of it... you still may very well be going to jail... with everyone thanking you sincerely for it.

Just some food for thought.
~LT

June 4, 2010, 10:56 AM	#3
LordTio3 Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2010 Location: Bloomington, Indiana Posts: 850	I agree with the cop. And it is what I would do if I lived in California. That being said... the cop isn't going to be the one behind the hi-profile arrest. The District Attorney will be. It really doesn't matter what the police officer thinks is justified, it matters what the DA believes is or isn't in accordance with legal precedent and standing legislation. If you broke the law and someone is dead because of it... you still may very well be going to jail... with everyone thanking you sincerely for it. Just some food for thought. ~LT __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ- Greek:"Come and take them..." Meaning: Here we peaceably stand as armed and free men, willing to defend that peace, and ready to make war upon anyone who threatens that freedom.