Why can I make a citizen's arrest?

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In some states, it is not only your right but your duty to arrest someone you see committing a crime. Learn all about why you should basically never do that in this episode.

Imagine a situation where the cops can take your car, your house, and your cash. You could be waiting years to get your possessions back, without an attorney to help you. And the police can ultimately keep or sell your belongings—for profit. How’d they get away with it? Civil ass ...  Show more

If you’re a close listener of Getting Curious, you’ll know that today’s conversation with Professor Saleema Snow, all about the practice known as civil asset forfeiture, is a long time coming. Civil asset forfeiture allows law enforcement to seize and often keep any property they ...  Show more

Did you know the government can convict your house or car of a crime? Law researcher Dick M. Carpenter II describes the practice of civil forfeiture - a monetary incentive for law enforcement that threatens the rights and property of everyday citizens. This talk was filmed at TED ...  Show more