San Jose Inside has obtained an internal bulletin San Jose police chief Larry Esquivel sent out July 14, explaining that the status quo on smart phone searches has to change. But that could be the tip of the iceberg regarding 4th Amendment issues in Santa Clara County.
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City Misleads with Sales Tax Poll?
At first blush, a new poll makes it look like San Jose voters overwhelmingly support a sales tax increase. But a closer look shows that the poll is "a prescription for disaster."
Complaint Reignites Controversy over SJPD’s Use of Force
An excessive-force complaint against San Jose police has reignited a years-old controversy about the way the department handles claims of officer misconduct.
SJPD Enlists Civilian Officers
Hoping to stopgap a critical staffing shortage, San Jose Police Department hired a cadre of civilian cops.
Excessive Force Lawsuit May Cost City $900K
The city will consider shelling out $900,000 to settle a lawsuit stemming from an officer-involved shooting that left an alleged gang member dead.
Sierra LaMar Murder Trial Hinges on Substantial DNA Evidence
Newly released Grand Jury transcripts show that investigators have gathered mounds of physical evidence linking missing Morgan Hill teen Sierra LaMar and Antolin Garcia Torres—her suspected kidnapper and killer—even though nothing suggests the two knew each other before her disappearance in 2012.
County School Trustee Anna Song Arrested for Spousal Abuse
Santa Clara County Board of Education trustee Anna Song was arrested last week on suspicion of spousal abuse. Song's husband, Chris Stampolis, serves on the Santa Clara Unified School Board.
Free Vouchers Spur Pot Club Referendum Push
With a week left to gather signatures for two November referendums, local medical marijuana advocates attracted hundreds of San Jose residents Thursday with the offer of free evaluations. Naturally, a line stretched down the street.
Sign Stealing: An Election Season Tradition Like No Other
Another political sign stealing incident made headlines. This time it was a “Sam Liccardo for Mayor” sign on a Willow Glen lawn. These thefts are becoming all too common and it’s just a matter of time before someone gets seriously hurt.
San Jose Pot Clubs Continue Fight as Judgment Day Nears
New rules for medical marijuana collectives in San Jose go into effect July 18, but the fight between cannabis advocates and City Hall continues.
Who is the Banana Pants Bandit?
The robbery of a Sam Liccardo-for-mayor sign left people perplexed on what was more brazen—the sign stealing or the banana yellow pants?
Clerk Discovers Historical Docs; Authenticity up for Review
Hundreds of historical documents were discovered in May, sealed in a combination safe on the second floor of San Jose’s City Hall. There is some debate about their authenticity, but an assortment of meeting minutes and letters provide a unique perspective of San Jose's rural roots.
Your 4th of July Cheat Sheet
After six years without a single spark, the Rotary Club will bring the fireworks back to downtown San Jose’s annual Independence Day celebration. If that doesn't sound enticing, we've compiled 15 other 4th of July events.
Measure B Returns to the Ballot?
UPDATE: What looked like a promising compromise on pension reform between the city and its police/fire unions has once again dissolved into a dispute on what really happened during negotiations.
Opposing Labor Forces Square Up, Drop F-Bombs at Starbucks
Post-election: When people stop being polite and start being real. According to a report, Bobby Lopez and Neil Struthers recently had a public dispute about the East Side City Council race. At a Starbucks.
SJPD Officer’s Good Deed Goes ‘Beyond the Call of Duty’
San Jose police officer Huan Nguyen’s generosity has exceeded even his own expectations. The officer set up an online fundraising page, which has now raised more than $100,000 for a road rage victim's family.
