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Dividing Lines: The Fourth Circuit’s Take on Geofence Warrants in United States v. Chatrie Amid Growing Circuit Split

In July 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit issued an opinion in United States v. Chatrie, a case that could potentially make its way up to the Supreme Court of the United States, providing the High Court an opportunity to settle an existing circuit split over the constitutionality of geofence warrants as an investigative technique used by law enforcement.¹ […]

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Election Laws Resources for Law Enforcement

Introduction As law enforcement officers, understanding election laws is crucial to ensure the integrity and security of the voting process. This resource page provides essential information on election laws, political violence, unlawful paramilitaries, and polling place regulations. Free Podcast: Election Law & Law Enforcement In this episode, Attorney Eric Daigle tackles the hot topic of election law as we approach the November 2024 elections.​

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From Snapchat to Searches: Social Media Post Leads to Fourth Amendment Violation

In the case of United States v. Banks, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed the issue of whether a law enforcement officer’s warrantless entry onto a convicted felon’s porch violated their Fourth Amendment rights.1 An officer was using his Snapchat social media when he came across a post by the defendant, a convicted felon by the name of Banks. In the photograph, the

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Legal Pitfalls in Background Investigations

Are you responsible for conducting background investigations for your police department? Want to ensure that you’re doing them correctly and minimizing legal liability? Daigle Law Group is excited to announce our upcoming free online police training webinar on Background Investigations. During this webinar, you will receive an overview of the following topics: This free training webinar will provide attendees with the knowledge and tools

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Balancing Training Innovations with Legal Standards

The best way to combat “custom” is through the implementation of clear policies, comprehensive training on those policies, and close and effective supervision. To this end, innovations in law enforcement training have benefited and will continue to benefit departments. Effective, comprehensive training, however, must maintain focus on legal objectives and “clearly established law.” The 2020–2021 U.S. legislative session resulted in an all-time high of

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Would You Use the “Stalking Horse” Maneuver?

Today’s case arises from the Seventh Circuit and introduces new terminology in the context of parolee rights. The distinguishable context of parolee rights is justified by the notion that insists- if you have broken the law once; the state has a special interest and right to check in on the individual, to assure the prevention of repeat offending instances.   In Griffin v. Wisconsin, the

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Harnessing the Power of Online Education for Law Enforcement

On behalf of the hardworking and dedicated staff at Daigle Law Group, I would like to introduce you to our virtual DLG Learning Center and our online Training Program. Our firm specializes in the legal and operational issues facing Law Enforcement, Corrections, and the Security industry. DLG has conducted engaging and informative training for over twenty years with a simple concept: Knowledge is Power!

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Finding a Way Forward – Taking Back Responsibility in Law Enforcement

The death of Eric Garner in July of 2014 in New York City marked the beginning of a constant focus on police use of force against communities of color.  Garner’s death started the “I can’t breathe” movement, which continues today.  In August of 2014, Michael Brown was killed in Ferguson, Missouri, resulting in Black Lives Matter, launching Campaign Zero.  Since Ferguson, the saturation and

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The Automobile Exception & Mobility – Eighth Circuit

Today’s case out of the 8th Circuit examines the automobile exception. According to this search rule, police may conduct a warrantless on-the-scene search of a motor vehicle based on probable cause to believe that it contains contraband or evidence of a crime. The scope of the search is defined by the nature of probable cause and includes any and all places and containers in

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Guardian Mindset – Law Enforcement Podcast

We are pleased to share with you the Guardian Mindset podcast! In each episode, Attorney Eric Daigle discusses how the Guardian Mindset impacts and improves the principles that drive public safety. The Guardian Mindset was developed to educate and help improve law enforcement, corrections, fire, and EMS services. We hope you will join us and our amazing guests explore a wide range of public

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