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Originally Posted by Igottago
Again, by your own admission, the definition of "disorderly" is vague. But the cops are expected to use the right judgement on when or when not to arrest people. It shouldn't be based on someone pissing you off. It should be based on protection of the public. In no way was this cop serving or protecting the public by making this arrest.
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Read the report....and you might understand why he got arrested.
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Due to the tumultuous manner Gates had exhibited in his residence as well as his continued tumultuous behavior outside the residence, in view of the public, I warned Gates that he was becoming disorderly. Gates ignored my warning and continued to yell, which drew the attention of both the police officers and citizens, who appeared surprised and alarmed by Gates’s outburst. For a second time I warned Gates to calm down while I withdrew my department issued handcuffs from their carrying case. Gates again ignored my warning and continued to yell at me. It was at this time that I informed Gates that he was under arrest.
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