> The police can get away with this because they have a weapon I disagree. Police can do it because they have the power of the state behind them; the state ca

> The police can get away with this because they have a weapon I disagree. Police can do it because they have the power of the state behind them; the state can try you, imprison you, ruin your life, seize your other assets, etc. That policeman's gun is a minor detail and is rarely used. Most importantly, they have the power of the state because voters permit it. Do you know if this is allowed in your state? Who are your state legislators? Are you going to contact them?