06-06-2022, 03:02 PM
Here is the big problem when the cops don't step in to protect the public. (Which, by the way SCOTUS ruled they do not have to)
Citizens will step up as you have pointed out. That is perfectly normal. But...(adjusts tin foil hat)
Those citizens protecting themselves face legal problems as bad if not worse than the criminals. The cops will arrest you for doing what they were supposed to do but didn't.
Ever take a CCW class? The vast majority of the material is about how to lawyer-up and what to do when you are taken to jail.
IMHO, this is by design. Circumstances have been cultivated to promote lawlessness. Those committing the crimes are somewhat sheltered from repercussions. The state agencies emplaced to maintain the laws are neutered. The citizen, left with little choice, must protect themselves. When they do, they face serious legal problems.
What does this picture demonstrate?
Citizens will step up as you have pointed out. That is perfectly normal. But...(adjusts tin foil hat)
Those citizens protecting themselves face legal problems as bad if not worse than the criminals. The cops will arrest you for doing what they were supposed to do but didn't.
Ever take a CCW class? The vast majority of the material is about how to lawyer-up and what to do when you are taken to jail.
IMHO, this is by design. Circumstances have been cultivated to promote lawlessness. Those committing the crimes are somewhat sheltered from repercussions. The state agencies emplaced to maintain the laws are neutered. The citizen, left with little choice, must protect themselves. When they do, they face serious legal problems.
What does this picture demonstrate?