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Originally Posted by Dave2
So let me see if I understand this correctly; if a cop issues you a summons for violating the law he is a pig, dickhead, douche-bag, etc. But if he gives you a warning he is good guy, hero, great cop, etc.
Does the same logic apply to robbery, rape, murder?
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are you saying robbery and rape are the same as having a slightly dark tint, no front plate, or going a few km/h over the speed limit???????????????
The issue here is that certain law enforcement operations are more about revenue generation than about public safety, e.g. speed traps/cellphone law/stunt driving, etc.. How often do we hear police departments whine and complain in the aftermath of a crime that they don't have sufficient manpower/resources/funding to protect the public, yet when it comes time to write parking or traffic citations, there is no shortage of cops equipped with the latest technology to ticket you.
Certainly we as taxpayers who hire and employ these people and pay them their bloated and generous salaries/overtime/benefits should receive an explanation as to whether we are getting good value for our money from the police or not? Are they working to protect the public or are they taking the easy route and just padding the pockets of the city, along with their own?