Street Cop Podcast

In this archive episode, Dennis implores officers to separate interdiction from traffic enforcement to increase the quality of arrests. Recorded on 07/05/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains when it is okay to run criminal history checks. Recorded on 07/02/2018. US v Finke 1996 - https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=9193536753118804005andq=finkeandhl=enandas_sdt=3%2C31andfbclid=IwAR1ap0l0HNCB-IOb7_xr6eN7Ke9svoYa9iqYgUIDQ5DD__eC03xBkAXzIi4 (https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=9193536753118804005andq=finkeandhl=enandas_sdt=3,31)...

In this archive episode, Dennis implores officers not to play into cop chasers and know when you can and can't compel ID. Recorded on 06/27/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains that there are giveaways that you are looking at a criminal when they answer in certain ways. Recorded on 06/18/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains what happens when there are juveniles in motor vehicles without the presence of adults. Recorded on 06/16/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis implores officers to know how to use Miranda properly as that can be the difference between a solid case and getting it dismissed. Recorded on 06/16/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis reminds us of the importance of knowing your stuff with the law to keep cases tight. Recorded on 06/15/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis reviews the importance of reading Miranda during roadside interviews. Recorded on 06/14/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis talks about how there are other ways of finding criminal vehicles but also talks about legality. Recorded on 06/13/2018. State v Mandel 2018 - https://law.justia.com/cases/new-jersey/appellate-division-published/2018/a5442-16.html?fbclid=IwAR0Frv8zieD8fO0JQ55mTuHCHKyMjHMRkCsIlzadEF6uCmNqHQosxsHxWIg (https://law.justia.com/.../appellate.../2018/a5442-16.html) Defenda...

In this follow-up archive episode, Dennis answers questions from the group about asking for consent. Recorded on 60/12/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis implores officers to get comfortable with asking for consent to search and offers some tips on how to do so. Recorded on 06/11/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis goes over some guidelines regarding strip and body cavity searches. Recorded on 06/10/2018. I. Definitions A. Strip Search 1. Removal or rearrangement of clothing to permit visual inspection of a person's a. undergarments b. buttocks c. anus d. genitals e. breasts 2. The following does not constitute a strip search: a. removal or rearranging of clothing reasonably r...

In this archive episode, Dennis implores officers to be effective at their jobs instead of wasting time. Recorded on 06/09/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis discusses the automobile exception and the case laws surrounding it. Recorded on 06/04/2018. Collins v. Virgina (US Supreme Court ruling on the automobile exception and curtilage) and for NJ Police Officers discussing consent with PC and why. https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/17pdf/16-1027_7lio.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0I12P5gfGalQH8FABbE_L9Uuit0w5-8BrlB-G8GXRq1ITf4RZXihS...

In this archive episode, Dennis shares a story with a good point on not needing ALPRs and Random Plate Inquiries. Recorded on 05/07/2018.

In this thrilling and reflective new episode, Dennis interviews Michael Panos and talks to him about what it means to be a survivor in the line of duty. Recorded on 10/18/2021.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains how a certain case did not disallow officers from making prolonged motor vehicle stops when there is PC or awaiting K-9 Units. Recorded on 05/23/2018. Rodriguez v US 2015 does not disallow Police Officers prolonging motor vehicle stops while awaiting the arrival of backup or a K9 Unit. It only required officers to have a Reasonable Suspicion of Criminal Act...

In this archive episode, Dennis clarifies Miranda situations as a follow-up to the previous episode. Recorded on 05/20/2018. State v Hickmann - A traffic stop is presumptively temporary and brief and thus questioning incident to an ordinary traffic stop is quite different from stationhouse interrogation. Miranda warnings may be needed, however, if the totality of the circumstances surrounding the...

In this archive episode, Dennis reviews and reminds us of the importance of Miranda, especially when suspects are under arrest in the eyes of the law. Recorded on 05/19/2018. State of NJ v. O'Neal 2007 - Based on the observations made by law enforcement officers, there was probable cause to search and arrest O Neal. The police officer s question to O Neal that elicited his response without prior M...

In this episode, Dennis reviews case law regarding rentals cars and expectations of privacy. Recorded on 05/15/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains that if a person has possession of legally controlled substances administering it in a way that is not lawfully prescribed, this person is a disorderly person. Recorded on 05/08/2018. 2C:35-10 - Possession, use or being under the influence, or failure to make lawful disposition. b. Any person who uses or who is under the influence of any controlled dangerou...

In this fresh new episode, we change up the normal format and this time Jenna Romano interviews Dennis Benigno of Street Cop Training and we are treated to his candid innermost thoughts and reflections. Recorded on 10/15/2021. To listen to more #NoBSMentalFitness episodes with Jenna, subscribe to her free email or get in touch click the link: https://linktr.ee/jennarosecoaching *Please know that e...

In this archive episode, Dennis explains a few methods on how to determine whether there is illegal contraband in the vehicle. Recorded on 04/30/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains to stand your ground and know the laws during an investigative detention. Recorded on 04/30/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis implores officers to not just accept throwaway contraband without searching the entire vehicle. Recorded on 04/30/2018.