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CAN AN OFFICER STOP ME BASED ON ANOTHER OFFICER’S INFORMATION?

The answer may be yes, based on “the doctrine of collective knowledge.” For example, in People v. Whiles, an Illinois officer received a call about a possible drunk driver. A Michigan officer happened to be in the area.  Having seen the … Continue reading

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