http://www.news1130.com/2013/10/30/langley-school-district-considers-cameras-on-full-bus-fleet/
The article is about the Langley School District and how they want to put video cameras on all the school buses. They say that this will help prevent violence and provide more safety to students.
Although I would not want to be watched throughout my school day I do not have anything to hide from the school. I would not have a problem if this happened at my school because I walk to and from school everyday.
If this was to happen it would help out the school so that they could see who was doing bad things on the bus and hopefully reduce lots of bullying that may occur on school buses. Many people are probably against this, however if you have nothing to hide from anyone then you should not have a problem with this idea. In the long run it will be making your school a safer place.
Tuesday, 12 November 2013
Police Abusing Power
The link below is a article about a 17 year old boy who was harassed by police officers
http://topinfopost.com/2013/07/21/the-17-year-old-who-blew-the-lid-off-racial-profiling-with-his-ipod
For those of you who have not seen this video before the story it is about police harassment in New York.
Alvin, a seventeen year old from Harlem, NYC was walking home from his girlfriends house when he noticed a police car following him. A few blocks further the car turned around and stopped beside Alvin. In this time he quickly turned to the recording app on his phone and recorded everything that happened. Two police officers get out of the car and start to ask him questions. They say that he looks suspicious when he clearly was not doing anything wrong. Alvin questions why they would suspect him of doing anything and he is told to shut up multiple times. He is then searched when the two officers have no authority to do so. While being patted down and searched aggressively he is told he is being a a mutt and asked if he wanted to go to jail. The way Alvin was treated in this video is a clear example of police harassment and should not be tolerated.
The rest of the video is of people telling their stories of police harassment, including police officers themselves. These officers talk about what went on in their daily shifts and how they experienced what Alvin went through. Apparently officers with low numbers of stops, summonses and arrests are subject to disciplinary action. What a police officer does is compared to other officers. This puts pressure on young cops to do things like we have seen in this video, just to look goon in the police force.
The video states that in the last decade 87 percent of people stopped were black or Latino and roughly 9 out of 10 were innocent. These statistics prove that racial profiling has a influence on who is being stopped. Police officers are there to protect us, however many people fear them because of incidents like these. What happened to Alvin was not right and it should not be happening to anyone. Someone needs to put a stop to this and make a change.
http://topinfopost.com/2013/07/21/the-17-year-old-who-blew-the-lid-off-racial-profiling-with-his-ipod
For those of you who have not seen this video before the story it is about police harassment in New York.
Alvin, a seventeen year old from Harlem, NYC was walking home from his girlfriends house when he noticed a police car following him. A few blocks further the car turned around and stopped beside Alvin. In this time he quickly turned to the recording app on his phone and recorded everything that happened. Two police officers get out of the car and start to ask him questions. They say that he looks suspicious when he clearly was not doing anything wrong. Alvin questions why they would suspect him of doing anything and he is told to shut up multiple times. He is then searched when the two officers have no authority to do so. While being patted down and searched aggressively he is told he is being a a mutt and asked if he wanted to go to jail. The way Alvin was treated in this video is a clear example of police harassment and should not be tolerated.
The rest of the video is of people telling their stories of police harassment, including police officers themselves. These officers talk about what went on in their daily shifts and how they experienced what Alvin went through. Apparently officers with low numbers of stops, summonses and arrests are subject to disciplinary action. What a police officer does is compared to other officers. This puts pressure on young cops to do things like we have seen in this video, just to look goon in the police force.
The video states that in the last decade 87 percent of people stopped were black or Latino and roughly 9 out of 10 were innocent. These statistics prove that racial profiling has a influence on who is being stopped. Police officers are there to protect us, however many people fear them because of incidents like these. What happened to Alvin was not right and it should not be happening to anyone. Someone needs to put a stop to this and make a change.
Monday, 11 November 2013
Langley School District
Should surveillance cameras be put on school buses?
This is a question that the Langley School District is contemplating; they've been going through all the pros and cons, trying to come up with a verdict. Although they propose it would:
I'd also like to point out that this article left me a bit confused, mainly because Josh Patterson with the BC Civil Liberties Association states that putting surveillance cameras is a violation of students privacy, however immediately after he agrees that students don't have absolute privacy while at school, and he just doesn't like the generalized surveillance. So i'm under the impression that hes being biased in this legal matter.
Personally I see no harm in putting surveillance cameras on school buses, because quite frankly, they already have! They're on many school buses already, and so far there has been no outcry against them until now. Many people argue that they don't want to be watched wherever they go, but the matter of fact is they won't. On school buses, it's one thing, because students fear their natural behaviour might be exposed, or something bad will be caught on tape etc, but if students have nothing to hide, then why argue against the school bus cameras? It's not like if you act silly on tape, they're gunna release it to the public, video footage will only be used to increase the safety of the students, and prevent any bad behaviour from happening really. Also, in school there are video cameras everywhere, however they are not used to constantly monitor the staff and students, they are only used to look back upon for evidence of immoral or illegal behaviour.
In conclusion, I'd like to point out that if the students really are against video surveillance on school buses, then why not walk to school, ride a bike or carpool where you won't be "watched like a hawk"?
If you would like to read the article, here is the link: http://www.news1130.com/2013/10/30/langley-school-district-considers-cameras-on-full-bus-fleet/
Should surveillance cameras be put on school buses?
This is a question that the Langley School District is contemplating; they've been going through all the pros and cons, trying to come up with a verdict. Although they propose it would:
- Enhance safety
- Deter bad behaviour
- Help address driver problems
I'd also like to point out that this article left me a bit confused, mainly because Josh Patterson with the BC Civil Liberties Association states that putting surveillance cameras is a violation of students privacy, however immediately after he agrees that students don't have absolute privacy while at school, and he just doesn't like the generalized surveillance. So i'm under the impression that hes being biased in this legal matter.
Personally I see no harm in putting surveillance cameras on school buses, because quite frankly, they already have! They're on many school buses already, and so far there has been no outcry against them until now. Many people argue that they don't want to be watched wherever they go, but the matter of fact is they won't. On school buses, it's one thing, because students fear their natural behaviour might be exposed, or something bad will be caught on tape etc, but if students have nothing to hide, then why argue against the school bus cameras? It's not like if you act silly on tape, they're gunna release it to the public, video footage will only be used to increase the safety of the students, and prevent any bad behaviour from happening really. Also, in school there are video cameras everywhere, however they are not used to constantly monitor the staff and students, they are only used to look back upon for evidence of immoral or illegal behaviour.
In conclusion, I'd like to point out that if the students really are against video surveillance on school buses, then why not walk to school, ride a bike or carpool where you won't be "watched like a hawk"?
If you would like to read the article, here is the link: http://www.news1130.com/2013/10/30/langley-school-district-considers-cameras-on-full-bus-fleet/
Thursday, 7 November 2013
Langley School District
LANGLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
I agree with BCCLA, putting a video camera in each school bus would be a violation of students privacy. On a school bus, children/teenagers are travelling from point A to point B, on the bus ride they will talk and joke around. The students are not causing any harm to each other and very seldomly are they ever in real danger. Sometimes they are a distraction to the driver but the teacher should be able to keep them under control. Putting up video cameras however would be an unnecessary act and cost. Maple Ridge School District: Cameras on Bus On the link underlined it informs us about the guidelines that the Maple Ridge School District has to follow in regards to their cameras. Imagine how the kids feel? They don't want there every moved watched, and we don't know who ends up with the tapes.
I can understand having cameras in certain places in the school. We are recorded when walking through the halls, when in the weight room and as well as the wood shop. That is all that I am aware of at least. Those make sense. We are not recorded in our classrooms or in the bathrooms. I personally do not like the idea of having video cameras on me wherever I go, it would make me self conscious. Bus rides are harmless, and I don't see a need for a camera there at all.
I agree with BCCLA, putting a video camera in each school bus would be a violation of students privacy. On a school bus, children/teenagers are travelling from point A to point B, on the bus ride they will talk and joke around. The students are not causing any harm to each other and very seldomly are they ever in real danger. Sometimes they are a distraction to the driver but the teacher should be able to keep them under control. Putting up video cameras however would be an unnecessary act and cost. Maple Ridge School District: Cameras on Bus On the link underlined it informs us about the guidelines that the Maple Ridge School District has to follow in regards to their cameras. Imagine how the kids feel? They don't want there every moved watched, and we don't know who ends up with the tapes.
I can understand having cameras in certain places in the school. We are recorded when walking through the halls, when in the weight room and as well as the wood shop. That is all that I am aware of at least. Those make sense. We are not recorded in our classrooms or in the bathrooms. I personally do not like the idea of having video cameras on me wherever I go, it would make me self conscious. Bus rides are harmless, and I don't see a need for a camera there at all.
Sunday, 3 November 2013
Laura Szendrei Sentence.
Laura's killer received a sentence of life in prison with no chance of parole for seven years. I think this is an unfair ruling and the man should not be given a chance for parole. The crime he committed was heinous and he should not even be given the chance for parole. This murderer apologized, which you can read about in this articlehttp://www.news1130.com/2013/09/18/killer-apologizes-for-murdering-laura-szendrei/ .I think an apology proves mens rea and there was evidence to prove actus rea. Therefore he should not be given chance of parole.
Tuesday, 22 October 2013
Should officers personal cell phones be fair game in court?
Is it right that an officer should have his personal cell on him? Can it be used against him in court?
Case in Mexico, officer thought he would have an easy win until a phone call on his personal cell phone was brought up in court which quickly turned the tables. The call apparently tipped the officer off about the whereabouts of the gold Acura they were looking for.
http://www.policeone.com/patrol-issues/articles/1966734-Are-a-cops-personal-cell-phone-records-fair-game-in-court
Case in Mexico, officer thought he would have an easy win until a phone call on his personal cell phone was brought up in court which quickly turned the tables. The call apparently tipped the officer off about the whereabouts of the gold Acura they were looking for.
http://www.policeone.com/patrol-issues/articles/1966734-Are-a-cops-personal-cell-phone-records-fair-game-in-court
Monday, 21 October 2013
POLICE ABUSING THEIR POWER
http://www.thestar.com/news/crime/2013/07/29/cellphone_videos_fight_police_abuse_of_power_experts_say.html
I read this article online and was shocked that police are trying to take away peoples cameras, phones, etc. for recording police when they are acting out of order. The police do not have the right to do this and I think this is another way police can abuse their power even though it is not physical abuse.
I read this article online and was shocked that police are trying to take away peoples cameras, phones, etc. for recording police when they are acting out of order. The police do not have the right to do this and I think this is another way police can abuse their power even though it is not physical abuse.
Death of Robert Dziekański, 2007 Taser Incident
Robert Dziekański Taser Case
Skip to 6:20 to see the incident. If this video does not work then you may go on Youtube and watch it there, the video is called-
So many of you may have heard of this case that happened back in mid October, 2007. The story goes like this; Robert Dziekański is from Poland and was deciding to emigrate to emigrate to Kamloops, here in British Columbia. He planned on starting a new life here, living with his mother. However in October, 2007, he arrived in Vancouver Airport, speaking not a word of English. After spending many hours in customs, he eventually left and became very agitated. No one could help because no one could communicate with him. Shortly after 4 RCMP officers arrived, trying to resolve the situation. Within less than a minute one of the officers ordered for a taser to be used. Robert fell to the ground and began convulsing, thrashing around and screaming all the while the officers continued to tase him, hold him down and handcuff him. Shortly after Robert Dziekański's heart stopped, and he died. None of the officers helped him and instead waited for the paramedics to arrive, to which they couldn't revive him.
There are many controversies as to what happened, and why it happened that day. The officers claim to have resorted to the use of the taser because the use of pepper spray had the potential of harming innocent bystanders. However if you watch the video, you will notice that the officers were separated from everyone else by a glass wall. So the question is why? Why use a taser, or why use any weapon at all when all Mr. Dziekański was doing was being part passive; part active resistant? Mr. Dziekański (although didn't speak a word of English) was being verbally refusive, and was only walking away, he never got physical in the attempt to apply force to any of the officers. Robert Dziekański's was probably angry from all that was going on with customs, but he was also probably scared from being in a new environment, one that he's no used to and doesn't understand what's happening around him. His behaviour does not justify the RCMP officers to use a weapon such as the taser, and especially because it was 4 odds to one.
When dealing with a situation like this, it's best to look at it from all angles, meaning we have to look farther than the outside occuring factors and look internally. What were the officers thinking? What were they perceiving? Based on their personal risk assessment at that given moment, they felt it was necessary to use excessive force with a weapon. But based on what the video shows, and from the information gathered by witnesses, that story is believed to be incorrect, it is believed that the RCMP officers acted immorally. What they did was unjustifiable as there was no real threat to their safety or the safety of others.
To this day a verdict has not been made but there will be another trial in February of 2014. These officers have been defended by RCMP the whole time, claiming what they did was right, but I still feel it wasn't, and I am looking forward to the result of the trial this February.
Here are a couple of other links to take a look at and read, both have some good information.
Monday, 16 September 2013
http://www.azfamily.com/news/Arias-judge-delays-hearing-again-223666191.html
The above link has a little bit of information for the Jodi Arias case. Very interesting case, hard to follow if you dont know the whole story
-Ashley C
The above link has a little bit of information for the Jodi Arias case. Very interesting case, hard to follow if you dont know the whole story
-Ashley C
First Post
Hey Everyone! Our group's page is up now so heres just a few basic rules for posting on the home page...
1) Keep it clean! We dont need to get in trouble for innapropriate posts
2) Keep it school related! Its an assignment blog, so only school/course related topics please
3) Have fun with it! Debate your hearts out!
Being as Ms. Lees would like this post to include something related to law...
Here is a picture of a cat lawyer for your enjoyment!
Cheers!
-Logan W.
1) Keep it clean! We dont need to get in trouble for innapropriate posts
2) Keep it school related! Its an assignment blog, so only school/course related topics please
3) Have fun with it! Debate your hearts out!
Being as Ms. Lees would like this post to include something related to law...
Here is a picture of a cat lawyer for your enjoyment!
Cheers!
-Logan W.
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