Street Cop Podcast

In this archive episode, Dennis offers advice on how to figure out someone is when you are unable to compel ID from them. Recorded on 01/31/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis provides some advice with running random license plate checks with MDT. Recorded on 01/30/2018.

In this reflective episode, Dennis interviews international guest Clint Calcut about his incident and moving forward. Recorded on 09/22/2021.

In this archive episode, Dennis revisits the topic of Miranda on your motor vehicle stops. Recorded on 01/22/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis discusses circumstances where warrantless entry into private property is allowed. Recorded on 01/10/2018. Payton v. New York, 445 U.S. 573 (1980) was a United States Supreme Court case concerning warrantless entry into a private home in order to make a felony arrest. The Court struck down a New York statute providing for such warrantless entries because the Fourth A...

In this archive episode, Dennis discusses impounding vehicles in New Jersey. Recorded on 01/09/2018. Here's the link to the AG's guide regarding this: http://www.nj.gov/oag/dcj/agguide/impound_guide_6804.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0weCjyfry6lugGLyerglChPLT8ZXZ3nILkQeVsO8-dI7VIIP-XKKUeDu4 (http://www.nj.gov/oag/dcj/agguide/impound_guide_6804.pdf)

In this archive episode, Dennis talks about case laws surrounding calling into 9-1-1 to report drunk driving. Recorded on 01/08/2018. State v. Amelio 2008 - HELD: Based on the report to dispatch by defendant s seventeen-year-old daughter, who identified herself, reported that her father was driving drunk, described the vehicle, and exposed herself to criminal prosecution if her report was knowingl...

In this thrilling and thoughtful episode, Dennis interviews Anthony Pyzik about his career-changing incident and moving forward. Recorded on 09/16/2021.

In this archive episode, Dennis discusses case laws surrounding anonymous calls on a 9-1-1 line about erratic driving. Recorded on 01/07/2018. State of NJ v. Golotta 2003 - In this search-and-seizure case, a cell-phone user telephoned a 9-1-1 operator to report that a particular motor vehicle was being driven erratically on a public road. The question presented is whether that call and the informa...

In this archive episode, Dennis shares some interdiction tips for the night shift and the mentality that follows. Recorded on 01/03/2018.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains different types of informants and how to determine the veracity or reliability of said informants. Recorded on 01/03/2018. State of NJ v Sibilia 2000 - Here the clinic patient was “known” to Officer Fuentes in a meaningful way even though he did not have her name. The facts are more than sufficient to establish her as a citizen witness. As such the informat...

In this archive episode, Dennis delves into what situations call for escalating a mere field inquiry to an investigative detention. Recorded on 12/29/2017. State v Lurdes Rosario 2017 First and foremost, we must address whether and at what point defendant's interaction with the police officer escalated from a field inquiry into an investigative detention. Then we must assess whether reasonable and...

In this archive episode, Dennis gives insight on how to read suspicious drivers through their actions. Recorded on 12/27/2017.

In this heartfelt episode, Dennis interviews Josiah Overton about a career defining incident and how survivorship is handled day by day. Recorded on 09/16/2021.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains how to approach case law to understand relevant points. Recorded on 12/12/2017.

In this archive, Dennis answers some group questions as well as provide insights on MV Violations and Wingspan Searches. Recorded on 12/12/2017. State v Eckel 2006 http://caselaw.findlaw.com/nj-supreme-court/1107296.html?fbclid=IwAR0B_HCJ2h3wtsF01yuKHVOAyHkj7EpQgSZRLBp97C_iocECblFJtMbdnP0 (http://caselaw.findlaw.com/nj-supreme-court/1107296.html) We do not view Article I, Paragraph 7 as a procedur...

In this archive episode, Dennis discusses the case laws around public intoxication. Recorded on 12/26/2017. 26:2B-16. Person intoxicated in public place; assistance to facility; determination of intoxication Any person who is intoxicated in a public place may be assisted to his residence or to an intoxication treatment center or other facility by a police officer or other authorized person. To det...

In this archive short, Dennis implores those in the active line of duty to stay aware at all times. Recorded on 12/16/2017.

In this thrilling archive episode, Dennis has Jesse Hartnett share important thoughts to instill during your time in the line of duty. Recorded on 12/13/2017.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains how to deal with rental car motor vehicle stops. Recorded on 12/05/2017. US v. Rahme (1987) A hotel guests rental period has expired or been lawfully terminated the guest does not have a legitimate expectation of privacy in the hotel room or in any articles found therein of which the hotel lawfully takes possession. Moreover, the fact that the defendant’s a...

In this archive episode, Dennis explains the cases of hindering apprehension when a subject must provide identification. Recorded on 12/04/2017.

In this archive episode, Dennis explains exigency in regards to a time-sensitive situation regarding contraband. Recorded on 12/01/2017. State V. Nishina (2003) - This allows an officer to conduct an immediate search relying on training and experience, when the officer had probable cause to believe that a suspect is in possession of illegal narcotics and the officer detects the odor of marijuana o...

In this new reflective episode, Dennis and Jenna discuss the change in climate regarding mental health and how it is important to continue dismantling old stigmas of therapy and medications when necessary. Recorded on 09/15/2021. 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 tha...

In this archive episode, Dennis explains that maintenance violations apply to out-of-state vehicles as well as in-state vehicles. Recorded on 11/30/2017. State v Forgione 1993 - ALL MAINTENANCE VIOLATIONS DO APPLY TO OUT OF STATE VEHICLES.. STATE v. FORGIONE | https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FLeagle.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1XBbNAQoqYJjH8BpTv2KKMTP6b-KjiJuC24lnzoU3xRub9yK1KogSMOFsandh=AT1n...

In this archive episode, Dennis answers some group questions revisiting the defendant's admission. Recorded on 11/27/2017. Defendants' admission brings offense within the presence of the officer. (also see Bauer v. Borough off Cliffside Park 1988.)Bauer v. Borough of Cliffside Park :: 1988 :: New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division - Published Opinions Decisions :: New Jersey Case Law :: New...