On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Aug 31, 2020 | Illegal search and seizure
It is easy for law enforcement to intimidate. It seems to part of the job, refined by years of dealing with criminals and those who do not respect law enforcement. But it is important to remember that local, state and federal law enforcement is to protect and serve...
On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Aug 27, 2020 | Illegal search and seizure
A man in upstate New York State worked in a sanctuary organization that protected immigrants and helped them understand their rights better. Some of the training was then used to keep ICE officers from detaining two undocumented migrants in the car with him. The...
On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Aug 24, 2020 | Illegal search and seizure
Among the most debated terms in American legal history is the definition of “probable cause.” Police officers invoke “probable cause” when they search a person, car or home without a warrant. Lawmakers introduced this legal term in the Fourth Amendment of the...
