Videos tagged with Motion to Suppress

This video discusses a case where Chicago police officers allegedly stole cash and drugs while lying about gun seizures. The incident began with the recovery of a handgun from a woman who possessed a Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card but not a concealed carry license. The instructor clarifies that possessing a loaded, accessible handgun in a purse in public, even with a FOID card, is not legal gun ownership in Illinois and can lead to arrest for unlawful use of a weapon. The discussion also touches upon Fourth Amendment rights and the requirement for reasonable suspicion for stops and searches.

This video features attorney Michele Byington discussing the legal aftermath of a self-defense shooting. Key takeaways include the importance of immediately securing safety, calling 911 first, and being cautious with statements to law enforcement due to their recorded nature and potential use in court. The discussion also touches on how firearm modifications can be perceived by prosecutors and the critical role of jury selection (V Drire) in a self-defense trial.

This video details the case of Army Sergeant Matthew Corgan, an Iraq veteran, whose home was raided by a SWAT team due to a misunderstanding with a suicide prevention hotline. The raid resulted in the seizure of his firearms and ammunition, leading to charges for violating DC gun laws. Despite the charges being dropped after a judge ruled the search illegal, the DC government is refusing to return the seized firearms, arguing they are contraband akin to narcotics. The attorney for Sergeant Corgan plans to litigate this issue, citing the Supreme Court's Heller decision.