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The are two scenarios that worry me: Someone searches for something that is related to arson for some innocent reason.[1] The police decide that is enough evid
by harimau777 3y ago
The are two scenarios that worry me:
Someone searches for something that is related to arson for some innocent reason.[1] The police decide that is enough evidence to make them a suspect and eventually prosecute. Due to fear of being found guilty or inability to afford a competent lawyer, the person takes a plea deal even though they are innocent.
The government does something questionable like dropping a bomb on a suspected terrorist that also kills a lot of civilians. Someone hears about it; however, they do not investigate further because they fear that a search history related to bombs could make them look like a potential criminal. This results in them not holding the government accountable.
[1] Perhaps they are a fan of true crime shows. Perhaps they remembered an urban legend they heard as a kid about flammable clothing and were curious if it was true. etc.