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So this is some random location? Wouldn’t it be better to do this where the issue has risen? Such as some public venue where photographers have been harrassed.

Better to do it anywhere than nowhere at all and complain about it online. Kudos to you Benjamin!
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I choose my location because A) It was within walking distance of my house B) It is a bottle neck for a major HWY (HWY 65 in Wheatland).

I haven’t seen any articles about an incident in my area (Northern California) but if you know of one I would definitely want to go to the location to “raise awareness”.

if i stand on biscayne blvd with a sign like this, will you link to my site?

In New Hampshire the wiretapping laws, originally intended to protect citizens from police abuse through wiretapping have been turned on their head, and used to restrict recording of the police while in the line of duty. These laws exist nation wide, and have been used by the police to prevent law abiding citizens from reporting on potential abuses by the police infrastructure.

A law enforcement official, while in the process of performing official duties does not have an expectation of privacy, as he (or she) is accountable for his behavior to the citizens, and to the court. A law enforcement official is required to testify to their behavior in a court of law in the event of a trial, and therefore never has an expectation of privacy about any actions that they participate in while performing their duty.

These laws need to be changed to insure that we the people can report and defend ourselves against behaviors from those who are charged with defending and enforcing our laws.

George, the laws don’t really need much changing.

What is needed is for us to hand out a legal nut-punch to those that ignore the law for their own ego gratification.

are there bumperstickers yet?
perhaps cafepress?
i need one for my truck i am sick of getting scowls from the police.

Police have broad authority to carry out their duties, as they should. Nonetheless, there are absolute limits to these powers. They are not out there to antagonize or oppress, they’re out there to maintain the peace. There’s no question that some officers are routinely rude, belligerent, and brutal. I believe it’s time for police authorities to really “police’ their ranks.

bumper stickers like this?
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You do things when the opportunities come along. I've had periods in my life when I've had a bundle of ideas come along, and I've had long dry spells. If I get an idea next week, I'll do something. If not, I won't do a damn thing.It is quite acceptable.
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An interesting and important blog. Thanks.

I applaud Ben for standing up and taking some action. Let’s not forget though, that the war on photography is just an offshoot of the much bigger problem—that cops want to be able to screw with people at their whim, to do whatever the hell they want to us citizens with zero repercussions. They only hate photographers because they don’t want you preserving any evidence of their evil deeds. I think the fight for this very basic civil right should also include the IMPORTANT reasons why it’s necessary–the types of people that become cops:

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That guy looks EXACTLY like his name makes me picture him.
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I was just harassed when I tried to photograph a friend in front of a federal building, which had some flowers blooming in front. The guard said it was because of terrorism. I asked him what law prohibits this, and he said no law, but that he would have to report it and they would find out my identity and maybe pay me a visit, and it would be complicate for everyone. Strange, the WTC wasn’t a federal building–why do they deserve extra protection?

Good cause, good job Benjamin. There is absolutely nothing wrong with standing up for what you believe in.

I think Florida is on target with his statements. As a cop 40 yrs ago, I noted that some officers were driven by ego and self aggrandizement. I always held them in contempt but was relived that they were in the minority, today I not so sure. I have noted an increase in thugs, I hope that this trend can be reversed before it is to late. I note reports of ambush shootings and sniping, it may have crossed the line, I prey that it has not.

Spreading the word and letting people know about PINAC. There ain’t a thing wrong with that. Good work Benjamin Bartholomew!

Good work, Mr. Bartholomew!
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Benjamin, any plans to visit Miami and meet Carlos in person?

Photography is not a crime… wearing a white belt with jeans is!