High Tech Toys Aid Los Angeles Police
Posted By
Editor on Jun 22, 2010 11:32pm PDT
On Thursday night vandals hit downtown Los Angeles hard. Authorities are using social networking sites where those guilty have posted videos and pictures. They will also use many pictures obtained from business surveillance cameras and the like.
Thus far, because of the images on Twitter and Facebook mostly, nearly 40 people have been arrested or questioned about the incident and 15 have been booked on felony charges.
"In the age of phone cameras and digital video devices, it has in essence deputized the public in fighting crime," Lt. Paul Vernon told The Times."It has added to the maxim that police are the public and the public are the police."
In this day and age it is nearly impossible to say where an online image or video was first posted. Often when someone 'reTweet's or reposts something on a social networking site it can appear as though that person owns the material, however that is not always the case. If you or someone you know has been accused of a crime due to circumstantial evidence, contact the law offices of Los Angeles Defense Attorney Robert Michael Helfend.
Mr Helfend knows that freedom of speech often covers online content and can argue for your rights in this type of case. Don't wonder what is going to happen, meet with Ventura County Robert Helfend for a free initial consultation and have him help you understand what you are being charged with and what steps to take toward a favorable outcome.