U.S. Supreme Court Puts Limits on Police Power to Seize Private Property

Re:U.S. Supreme Court Puts Limits on Police Power to Seize P... by sathackr on Wednesday February 20, 2019 @07:57PM (#19213578)

I wasn't aiming for absolute technical accuracy and don't think it was expected. I'm well aware of the specific technical limitations related to age, time living in the US, and citizenship requirements.

I'll not argue as to the correctness or morality of such a requirement.

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Re:U.S. Supreme Court Puts Limits on Police Power to Seize P... by alasdair_ on Monday February 25, 2019 @02:50AM (#19243842)

>I wasn't aiming for absolute technical accuracy and don't think it was expected.

I understand. It's just something that is frustrating. Having two classes of citizenship is something that affects many parts of life, especially if you decide on a career doing anything that requires a security clearance.

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Re:U.S. Supreme Court Puts Limits on Police Power to Seize P... by sathackr on Monday February 25, 2019 @09:26AM (#19245792)

We have more than two classes.

Ask anyone "convicted" of a felony. "Accused" of a mental disorder.

I put the scare quotes because most convictions are plea bargains that the accused are bullied into by prosecutors and police stacking and inflating charges and the overall lack of competent and affordable legal representation.

Laws are being passed now that permit the suspension of constitutional rights without due process if you are accused of or ever seek help for many mental disorders.

Sensationalistic fear of the 'boogeyman' has destroyed many of our political processes.

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