Redwood Curtain CopWatch, based in the north coast of California, is part of a larger movement of self organized CopWatch groups throughout the US. Our local efforts seek to intervene in the drastic rise of the presence, militarization, and violence of the police, and build support networks based on self-determination, caring, and concrete needs.
Los Angeles Times
Supreme Court Says, "Get Used To Living In A Police State"
Submitted by copwatch on Tue, 05/17/2011 - 8:37pmSupreme Court gives police a new entryway into homes
The Supreme Court, in an 8-1 decision in a Kentucky case, says police officers who loudly knock on a door in search of illegal drugs and then hear sounds suggesting evidence is being destroyed may break down the door and enter without a search warrant.
L.A. Sheriff's Think Names of Killer Cops Should Be Hidden From Public
Submitted by copwatch on Mon, 02/28/2011 - 12:29amLawsuits reveal names of deputies in shootings
The L.A. County Sheriff's Department and deputies union contended that the identities of officers involved in shootings should be kept confidential.
By Victoria Kim, Los Angeles Times January 29, 2011
