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Originally posted by MagiK:
But if the suspect is able to say *blah* and *blah* is an obvious sign of guilt..doesn't the bastard deserve to be punished for his transgression? or should he go free? Yeah I know this would lead to cops beating the snot out of their suspects..but still you hate to see scum go free on technicalities [img]smile.gif[/img]
TL I sincerly hope your despise for law enforcement types is not as profound as it would appear...those guys put it on the line to try andkeep us safe too...they don't all go around breaking laws and persecuting innocent drug dealers by standers. 
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That is the problem with relying on confessions or testimony alone--is the suspect's confession freely given while being fully aware of all rights, or did the police dislocate a couple of fingers to "encourage" a confession? Prosecutors are like scientists: they like proof based on physical evidence rather than mere words.
MagiK, police don't ensure safety...they apprehend law-breakers. The only way in which they "keep us safe" is by helping lock criminals behind bars.
I think Timber Loftis' portrayal of law enforcement personnel stems from the fact that the people who are motivated by having power over others seek out law enforcement as a career; this gives them the legal opportunity to wield their power over others. Where else can you excercise your psychological weakness and get paid for it?
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