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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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.
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Hundreds of historical documents were discovered in May, sealed in a combination safe on the second floor of San Jose’s City Hall.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.
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.
City Manager Opposes Abusive Library Patron’s PRA Request
A woman has been waging war with the city, emailing reams of records requests punctuated by verbal abuse.
Election 2014: Scoundrels Lose
It was an election notable for its abysmal turnout and the number of scoundrels on the ballot.
Police Blotter: May 10-20, 2014
The San Jose Police Department dispatch logs for May 10-20 include a 9mm-wielding meth courier, a mysteriously sparked fire and a machete attack.
DA Seeks Death Penalty in Sierra LaMar Case
Prosecutors will seek the death penalty against the man accused of killing Morgan Hill teenager Sierra LaMar, the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office announced Monday.
Police Blotter: May 8-9, 2014
The San Jose Police Department dispatch logs for May 8-9 include an attack on a security guard, an armed robbery at a store and an apparent Craigslist exchange gone wrong.
Endorsement: Madison Nguyen for San Jose Mayor
Madison Nguyen has been battle-tested and shown the courage that leadership requires. San Jose’s next mayor will need to make tough decisions, and we believe Nguyen would continue to bring common sense and balance to the dais.
Police Blotter: May 1-7, 2014
The San Jose Police Department dispatch logs for May 1-7 include door-breaking burglars, masked bandits and gang busts.
Voters Wise up to Misleading Campaign Attack Ads
Silly season is here. Negative and untrue messages are now hitting the mailboxes of unsuspecting voters. In the past, these messages would be devastating. But the rise of absentee ballots has changed all of that.
Election Puts Judge Diane Ritchie under the Microscope
Judge Diane Ritchie scored a shocking victory in 2008 when she won a seat on the Santa Clara County bench, but now she's running for re-election and has no shortage of critics.
Police Blotter: April 22-30, 2014
The San Jose Police Department blotter for April 22-30 includes a pistol-whipping on Oakland Road, a kidnapping at gunpoint and a meth bust in downtown.
