The so-called Bellevue Sting has imploded, reportedly resulting in over 60 prostitution cases being dismissed. After discovery that the undercover cops recorded conversations of the suspects without providing notice, the bulk of cases were thrown out of court. Washington state law requires two party consent to record audio conversations, even by the police. The Bellevue Read More…
Category: Search Warrants
Police Seize Cell Phone Without Warrant to Obtain Evidence
When it comes to sex crimes, often evidence of the crime can be found “on” or “in” a suspect’s cell phone. In particular, crimes involving child pornography are often found on a cell phone. Police usually get tipped to child pornography by other police agencies, such as Interpol or U.S. Homeland Security. Usually when police Read More…