OFFICIAL VIDEO: Liberty on Tour’s Arrests In Denver

September 2, 2010 by Ian Freeman · 3 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, National, News, Outreach, Personal Freedom, Police, Thuggery, Video

This is the video you have been waiting for. It’s Liberty on Tour’s Adam and Pete’s perspective, from their cameras, of their arrests in Denver at the Broncos’ stadium. This is what happens when you refuse to show your masters “your papers” in this supposed “free” country:

The police state is getting worse – join the Free State Project, escape to New Hampshire (here are some reasons to move to Keene) and help us all get free from those who would control peaceful people.

Keeniac’s Conversations with “Federal Protective Service” Agents

August 19, 2010 by Ian Freeman · 9 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Outreach, Personal Freedom, Police, Video

Adam Mueller conversed with some feds outside a courthouse during Liberty on Tour’s stay in Philadelphia. At least these cops are honest about who they are protecting – it’s right there in their agency name, “Federal Protective Service”. Adam captured some real choice lines by one officer in particular:

Also, here’s a bonus video with some unknown masked men: Read more

NH’s Largest Newspaper Smacks Around Police For “Wiretapping” Arrests

July 13, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 3 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, News, Personal Freedom, Police

“No police scrutiny: Drop the camera and back away”

“Take care, New Hampshire, that you don’t let the police catch you using your cell phone or video camera to record their interactions with the public. You could be arrested and charged with a felony.”

“It shouldn’t be a crime to record public officials doing their jobs or to record public disturbances or other crimes. Doing so can be a public service. (Had someone taped the incident involving Christopher Micklovich and four off-duty Manchester police officers outside the Strange Brew Tavern earlier this year, that saga would not be dragging on and on.) But in New Hampshire it’s not only a crime, it’s a felony. This needs to change.”

Pretty easy editorial to agree with. What possible public benefit accrues from barring citizens from recording their interactions with governmental officials (particularly ones trained and authorized to use violence)? New Hampshire has some of the best and most professional police officers in the country, and as long as they stay that way they should have no reason to object to being recorded.

- Peter, Canterbury

Wow. Thank you Union Leader for such an awesome piece. The article is located here.

Getting Away With Murder

July 3, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 55 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, News, Police, Question, Thuggery

On New Year’s Day 2009 the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Police in Oakland, CA summarily executed made a mistake and accidentally shot Oscar Grant while he was laying face down on the ground during his arrest. The trial for the police officer who blasted his brains out came to a close yesterday.

I predict that the officer will be found not-guilty of everything… and this is why: “Mehserle, 28, testified last week that he shot Grant after he mistakenly drew his handgun instead of an electric Taser gun on his belt.“ (article here) I predict that the prosecution was unable to prove criminal intent on the officer’s part. I also predict some racially charged riots in the greater San Fransisco, CA area to follow.

The actual footage of the murder mistake is below. Your predictions?

Why Should You Film The Police?

July 2, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 8 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, News

… because they often make shit up.

News coming out today in Fort Lauderdale, FL, the day AFTER our friends Adam and Pete were arrested for filming the police, reports that an officer was caught outright lying on a police arrest report… and has resigned.

“The police report, written by Overcash, charged Hamilton with resisting arrest and disorderly intoxication, although the video never shows the suspect struggling and he doesn’t appear to be drunk.”

When you’re dealing with someone with the ability to lie, get away with it, and ruin your life… what options do you have to protect yourself other than filming?

Only the bad cops don’t want to be filmed. The good ones have nothing to fear. Remember this every time you hear someone defend the corrupt act of arresting someone for filming a public official… in public.

Detained in Concord For Being Out Late At Night

June 29, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 8 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, Police

Last night Concord, NH area liberty activist Garret Ean was detained for the crime of being out late at night and for looking generally youthful in appearance. I’d like to start a discussion on how I believe Garret (and possibly you) could handle this situation better in the future if confronted by the police.

To begin… please listen to the Porc411 call he made —> 2010-06-29_03-00-58.mp3

I believe Garret should have remained perfectly silent and not answered a single question from the police. He voluntarily gave his information to the government when he did not have to. The officer claimed that he was looking out for his “safety” and that children sometimes make poor choices. Whatever. The fact is that Garret was under no obligation to speak to the government. The only thing he should have said is a question: “Am I being detained?” If the police say that you are, start your stopwatch. Keep track of the length of your detention. A roadside detention or traffic stop does become a de facto arrest if the police prolong it without justification.

A Waste Of Tax Money?

June 27, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 2 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch

Video of a “Live Free or Die” Suspicion-less Checkpoint

June 19, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 14 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues

As promised:

I’d appreciate it if you would digg this for me (only if you dig it, of course).

Tilton Police Respect Freedom of The Press

June 19, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 5 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, Personal Freedom, Police

Last night I attended a suspicion-less sobriety checkpoint in Tilton, NH. I attended alone to get video footage of what I believe is an excellent example of the erosion of liberty in the “Live Free or Die” state.

I was asked for my name and I refused to provide it. The officers were all very polite and professional. I stood literally right in the middle of the checkpoint and was allowed to film unfettered. For this, I thank them.

The people who live in those communities should be proud of the level of respect their police show citizen-journalists. They should also be concerned that the police-state is alive and well in their area.

I will be putting together a video showing what I believe is a unjustifiable encroachment on individual liberty.

NH Checkpoint Activism

June 18, 2010 by Bradley Jardis · 11 Comments
Filed under: Copwatch, Issues, Personal Freedom, Police

I just spoke to a very friendly Tilton, NH police officer to find out where their suspicion-less roadblock will be tonight. It will be on Laconia Road within their jurisdiction and will be run by several surrounding agencies.

I am going to attend the gathering and get some video footage of the ever increasing police state. I may even hold a sign reminding people that they have no obligation to do field sobriety tests or blow into a PBT… unless they want to voluntarily give the government evidence which it can use to attack them in court.

I’ll probably be going up there around 6:00P or 7:00P. Anyone want to join me?