You have an answer question. >> I don't have ID on me. >> Okay. You don't have ID on you? >> No, not on me. >> Okay. Do you have anything that's going to stick or poke me? >> No. Am I under? >> Some police officers abuse their power, thinking they'll never face repercussions, but accountability has a way of catching up. [Music] Man, I I hate you [ __ ] idiots, man. I hate you idiots, bro. I hate you. Do you have a [ __ ] crime? Do you know what Raz is? Do you know how to do your job, dude? >> Recording. Okay. >> Is there a reason why you turned it on? >> Well, you're going to go to jail and so do you want to leave it running while you're >> Today, we'll examine if these officers escape justice for their violent acts. >> May I ask why you asking for the petition? >> Cuz you're acting suspicious. You're videotaping people's personal vehicles and their license plates. >> You haven't answered my question. >> I don't have ID on me. >> Okay. You don't have ID on you? >> No, not on me. >> 1929. >> On November 4th, 2015, Galveastston police officers led by Sergeant Chapman violated an individual's rights by confronting them for simply filming in public. This unnecessary escalation and ignorance of legal rights is deeply troubling. Why did Sergeant Chapman feel the need to enforce such a baseless action? [Music] Sergeant Chapman confronts the individual for filming a public building, claiming it's suspicious. The officer demands ID despite the individual filming only the building, not private vehicles. It's frustrating how easily public actions are questioned. Why are officers so quick to assume the worst without justification? >> How are you doing? >> I'm all right. >> You all right? >> Yeah. You >> got ID on you? >> For what? >> You have identification on it. >> For what? >> Okay, let me I'm going to step out. >> Okay. >> This is you're videotaping people's personal vehicles and their license plates. >> You haven't asked my You haven't question? >> I don't have ID on me. >> Okay. You don't have ID on you? >> No, not on. >> 1929. Here, the officer failed to recognize the basic constitutional right of the individual to film public property as well as to refuse to answer questions from law enforcement officers unless detained or arrested for a legitimate reason. The individual was neither committing a crime nor engaging in any suspicious behavior that justified police action. >> Show me on one in front of the station recording. Uh, >> yeah, that's clear. >> So, that's fine. You record me. I want to let you know that you're also being reported as well. >> I'm sorry. >> What is your name? >> Oh, let me ask you this. Let me step back. Do you have a stateisssued driver's license? >> Officer Chapman wrongly demanded identification under Texas Penal Code 3,8002. Despite the individual not being under arrest, this overstep ignored the individual's rights as no offense had occurred. The officer's actions were an unwarranted abuse of power, disregarding proper procedure and the individual's freedom to not selfinccriminate. >> Do you have a driver? Do you have a driver's license? >> I'm not going to ask any questions. >> Okay. Are you going to identify yourself? >> What crime have I committed? >> I I already told you the fact that you're being suspicious and you're taping uh you're videotaping people's license plate. >> The the front of the building here. >> No, I'm talking about the license plate. Not talking about the building. I'm fine with that. Would you like to tape here? >> Yeah. Would you like to tell me otherwise? >> Yeah, I was not. I don't need to film people's license plate. I'm just filming the building. >> So, if you were to show me that, you could show me that there aren't any license plates on the >> I don't I don't know who she was. I was I >> would You be willing to show me that? >> Show you what? >> The that there's no license plates on that on your video. >> On this video? >> I don't have a problem with you typing the uh building. >> Which license plate? I'm I'm still asking. >> These vehicles over here where you were standing at >> the City of Galveston vehicle. >> No, these vehicles over here >> at all. >> Would you be willing to show me that that you didn't kill those? I could. >> Okay. Can you show me that, please? >> Sure. >> The officer's vague response about suspicious behavior and videotaping was utterly insufficient to justify any legal action. Demanding identification without a legitimate basis for arrest is not just inappropriate, but unlawful. It's frustrating to see such overreach from law enforcement, further eroding trust in the justice system. >> And also, while you're while you're pulling that up, >> let me get your name. >> Like I said, I'm >> So, you're not going to identify yourself? I'm showing you that I didn't do. >> You're not going to identify yourself? >> No. >> Okay. Go ahead and put your hands behind your back. >> Not to come over today. >> Okay. So, at this time, I'm going to turn off your recording. Okay. >> Is there a reason why you turned it off? >> Well, you're going to go to jail. And so, do you want to leave it running while you're in jail? >> Yeah. >> So, I'm going to take this and I'm going to put this in the back of the unit. Okay. Do you have anything that's going to stick or poke me? You're videotaping people's license plates. I'm not videaping. >> Okay. Because of that, I've got suspicious behavior that you're doing. Are you going to identify yourself? Yes or no? Under arrest for >> Are you going to identify yourself? Yes or no? >> Asking what am I for? >> All right. Well, listen. I'm going to turn this off. >> I Sergeant Chapman is turning off your video camera. Okay. >> NA. The officer's citation of Texas Penel Code 3,8002, which mandates that individuals identify themselves when under arrest or lawfully detained, was incorrectly applied in this situation. This law only applies if there is a legitimate reason for arrest or detention. In this case, since the individual had not committed a crime or been lawfully detained, the officer's actions led to an unlawful arrest and violation of the individual's rights. According to section 3,8002A A of the Texas Penal Code, failure to identify oneself is a class C misdemeanor, but this only applies when a person is under arrest or lawfully detained. The officer's insistence on identification without a valid reason for detention was a clear overreach. The consequences for the officer in the department are serious. Not only could this lead to a legal challenge, including the potential suppression of evidence or even dismissal of charges, but it also undermines public trust in law enforcement. Such actions could expose the department to lawsuits, and if found to be in violation of policies or laws, the officer could face disciplinary measures, including retraining or even termination. See how police in Gerald, Texas, recklessly violate a civilian's rights, underscoring the urgent need for accountability and reform. Get away from me. Go do your job, man. >> I am doing my job. >> This is not I'm not your job. He's your job. Go do I don't care. Stop talking to me. He's in public and so are you. So shut the [ __ ] up and go do your job. You know what I'm saying? You're setting an example for this [ __ ] guy. Is he your boss? Is he over you? >> You're over him. >> Y equal. >> We're all equal. >> You know why do he have to approach me like that, man? >> The police in Gerald, Texas, failed to uphold their duty, blatantly violating the rights of a civilian. This reckless disregard for accountability highlights a deeprooted issue in law enforcement. How many more individuals must suffer before true reform takes place? Such actions demand serious scrutiny and swift consequences. Heat [Music] up here. [Music] A civilian calmly recording in public is aggressively approached by a police officer. The officer's intimidating presence triggers discomfort and frustration despite the civilian not breaking any laws. Why does a simple act of recording provoke such hostility? Could this have been handled differently with respect? How you doing, sir? >> Hey, man. >> You good? >> Yeah. How about you? It's >> hot, man. >> Y'all being safe? >> Yeah. My AC don't work in the car. >> Are you serious? >> It's actually cooler outside than >> Come on, bro. We're paying for that AC. >> It's hot. >> I'm not out here to give you guys a hard time, man. >> Oh, dude. You're good, man. I understand. >> You know who I am? >> No. >> No. You watch YouTube? >> You have like a channel or something? >> Yeah. >> What's the channel for? >> I'll give you a card. >> Okay. You're making him very uncomfortable. >> Don't talk to me, man. >> I'm just letting you know. >> I don't care. Get away from me. >> Get Get away from me. >> Get away from me. Go do your job, man. >> I am doing my job. >> This is not I'm not your job. He's your job. Go do I don't care. Stop talking to me. He's in public and so are you. So shut the [ __ ] up and go do your job. >> You know what I'm saying? You're setting an example for this [ __ ] guy. >> Is he your boss? Is he over you? >> You're over him. >> Y'all are equal. >> We're all equal. >> You know, why do he have to approach me like that, man? The veteran firmly defends his right to record public officials, emphasizing the importance of transparency. The officer, however, fails to deescalate the situation, escalating tensions unnecessarily. It's disheartening to see law enforcement ignore the public's right to document as this only erodess trust between the community and those sworn to serve. >> Okay, it doesn't matter, bro. You see me standing here. I'm not bothering nobody. And he gets out. >> Is that your car? >> Me? I don't answer questions, man. Listen, me and you. >> Absolutely. >> Why does he have to get out and come over here and and and and and bully me and push his badge around? Guys like him is what gives you guys a bad name. It's what puts you in danger. >> Okay? >> You know, guys like him is what causes good officers like you to get hurt or killed. Man, >> I'm listening to you now. Can I explain from possibly his side? Right. I just got here. You saw me flip right now >> and you saw me standing right here on my car and trying to [ __ ] you know, push his badge around. That's not going to happen with me, bro. >> You know, you you approach me like like a like a man should. Exactly. >> I'm hot either way. Inside or outside. >> What are you looking at, man? Do your [ __ ] job. >> So, let's look at the other point, right? Uh were you in this Okay, you're not going to answer questions. I understand. Were you? That's the question. Uh >> I mean, I might answer some. >> So, this other guy that was in this truck, you don't know who you are either. You know what I mean? Do you know what that and he sees a a biscuit, they think you're a cop, too. >> And so if it's making him uncomfortable, it's going to happen. >> I don't know. Look, man, >> I wasn't here. There's every corner. >> No one has expectation of privacy in public. >> It's not cuz I lost my keys in the trash can here. I'd go dumpster diving. >> But if this was your house and you had your blinds up and I'm standing out on the sidewalk. >> The police officer's actions throughout the interaction reflect a pattern of aggressive behavior that is all too familiar in public encounters with law enforcement. His attempt to control the civilian despite no apparent threat is a clear violation of professionalism. Officers are expected to handle public interactions with restraint and respect. But the officer in this case acted more as a bully than a protector of public order. >> Because because your guys your guys' body counts ain't always easy to get, man. >> I don't know. I normally >> I mean, >> I don't deal with it. >> Even with a public records request, you know, they redact thing and you got to jump through hoops to get them. And this gives me everything I want. >> Yeah. you know, this and this. I mean, and it's it's a third eye and I'm I'm not here. >> Well, I mean, I'll answer what, you know, but eight years, man. >> That's good. >> I don't have a criminal record. Never been I've been arrested, but I don't I've never been convicted of a crime in my life, man. >> I'm a disabled veteran. So, I mean, I'm out here. >> What' you do? >> Combat medic. >> I just left the Airborne unit. How's it going? >> Well, like I said, man, we appreciate good cops, man. We need you guys out here, but we don't need the bad cops putting you guys in danger, man. Putting the good cops in danger. I agree. >> And we all know we all know in every field there's there's bad apples, man. >> Oh, yeah. >> But you were in the military. You know, >> I got tired of seeing people's rights being violated and I just decided to pick up a camera and start doing this, you know, and there's been times where and and and it's like you guys got qualified immunity, man. You know, so it's hard it's hard to get a a police officer fired or even dragged into court. >> You know which one I'm talking about? >> I believe so. Which >> for Texas, right? >> Yeah. >> Just came out. Uh >> the officer blatantly ignored the civilians first amendment rights, demanding answers with no legal basis. This kind of bullying creates a hostile environment, undermining trust in law enforcement. It's alarming how easily civilians are intimidated for asserting their rights. A disturbing example of police misconduct that must be addressed. Last year, like September 1, it was like in 2021. What do we Yeah, a year ago. Year ago. >> Which one is that? What did it have to do with what does it have to do? So, anytime you make an arrest, right, whenever you submit your stuff to the prosecutor, they want everything, right? Michael Morton, that was Georgetown. They they get everything you got. What it encompasses is your HR file. Like, if you ever been in trouble for anything like police brutality or discrimination, >> you're talking about it for the officer, >> right? So that's obviously in discovery for concentration as well. So let's say like you got someone that's been on the road for I I I know a troop that's been around for 40 years. All right, we reform. That's what we do. That's what we've been doing since the police began. But anyhow, you had uh you got in trouble back in let's call I don't know 1995 profiling or something like that. That's going to be in that record. So every time you arrest someone and you submit all your evidence and that that personnel file goes with it, I don't know if statement. Okay, that may be a case, but the the agencies, local, whatever. And when they do, the prosecutor doesn't hand it over to the defense. >> Yeah, that's not supposed to do that, right? Michael Moore. >> Exactly. Can't do that. >> Exactly. Exactly. >> I'm dying. It's hot. >> I can't believe you don't have AC. Man, >> it works if you're driving it. >> It's frustrating that incidents like these highlight how often law enforcement remains unaccountable. Texas Senate Bill 111 is a step in the right direction, but it shouldn't take legislation to make transparency mandatory. Qualified immunity shields officers who abuse power, furthering distrust and injustice. The officer's conduct in this incident likely breaches several fundamental legal principles. Under the First Amendment, the civilian was exercising his right to record public officials, and the officer's actions to interfere with this could be seen as a violation of free speech and the public's right to gather information. The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. And since there was no probable cause or reasonable suspicion, the officer's detaining and questioning of the civilian could be considered an unlawful infringement. Under the Texas Panel Code, Chapter 38, which addresses obstruction of a public servant, the officer's attempt to interfere with the civilian who was not hindering law enforcement, could be seen as an unwarranted obstruction. Additionally, the officer's escalation of the situation might constitute a violation under chapter 39. abuse of official capacity, which addresses misconduct by public officials as the officer misused his power and authority in this interaction. Watch as police confront a man in a parked car without cause, ignoring his rights and escalating the situation unnecessarily. Man, I I hate you [ __ ] idiots, man. I hate you idiots, bro. I hate you. >> Do I have a [ __ ] crime? Do you know what Raz is? Do you know how to do your job, dude? Okay, well sit over there and watch what happens. Then I'm sick of this [ __ ] Let's >> figure out what's going on. >> The police approach an individual in a parked car demanding answers without reasonable suspicion. They ignore his right to remain silent, escalating the situation unnecessarily. Their lack of respect for rights is disturbing. Why did they continue pushing when no crime was suspected? >> I'm not giving it. >> Why is that? >> Because you don't have Raz. Appreciate it if you got the hell on >> all day. >> Yeah. >> All right. >> Yeah. Do you work here or what? >> Yeah. >> Who do you work for? >> Plan on staying here >> all night. >> All night? >> Yeah. All day tomorrow, all day the next day. None of your business. >> What did you What did you If you want any If you want any uh [ __ ] ass tapoya. >> [ __ ] ass ta. >> Yeah. You know her? >> No. Who she work for? >> I'm not sure. >> She arrested me for trespassing over there the other day, though. >> Well, all of this stuff is closed here, man. So, I'm trying to figure out what you're doing here. >> It's Does that look closed? Yeah, it does. >> Does it? You want me to open it for you? That's what one thing I will do. I work um I You asked that and I answered it. I work here. >> Okay. What do you What do you work here on? >> I I built it. >> You built it? >> Yeah. >> Okay. Are you? >> Yeah. >> The police grow increasingly frustrated, questioning the individual's ties to the location. Despite his right to remain silent, one officer threatens detention. The officers seem to wrongly equate silence with guilt, showing a troubling lack of respect for legal rights. Why do they persist without evidence? >> Construction crew, guys. I >> I'm the GC. >> Okay, >> so kick rocks. >> What's that? >> Kick rocks. >> Can I get your name? >> No, man. I I hate you [ __ ] idiots, man. >> I hate you idiots, bro. I hate you. What the hell are you doing, man? That's what you do. You don't come and approach me when I'm not committing a crime. >> I'm sick of this [ __ ] >> Let's figure out what's going on. >> Okay. Well, I'm I'm sorry to take off uh out my anger from uh uh obviously you can't come and trespass somebody. A if there's no complaintant, right? Yes. And B, if uh I'm allowed to be here. The officers completely overstepped here. Ignoring the individual's right to remain silent and continuously pushing for answers despite no probable cause is infuriating. Threatening detention without reasonable suspicion only escalates the situation unnecessarily. The lack of understanding of basic rights is frustrating and shows a disregard for constitutional protections. >> Anybody we can call and verify this? >> Man, I went through this before. Figure it out, bro. I'm not I'm not I'm not doing nothing. You got your backup here. Yeah, I I'm liking your attitude a little bit right now. And I have no weapons and I I mean no ill will, but I would appreciate you guys just getting in your cars and leaving. That's my crime scene tape, man. Don't go don't go through that >> before I detain you, bro. Don't go through that. Committing a crime. We don't need two him. >> What's your name and badge number? >> Okay. Yes, I've already answered that. I don't need to answer a ton of questions for a bunch of people. >> I'm the GC here. It's green and red. You're right. There's not. It's a Dollar Tree. Family Dollar. >> Dollar Tree or Family Dollar? >> Everything. I'm the GC. Do you know what a GC is? >> General Contract. >> There you go. >> What are you doing tonight? >> The police officers blatantly violated constitutional rights, disregarding the fourth and fifth amendments. Their attempt to detain someone without cause is outrageous, undermining basic freedoms. The officer's constant questioning was not just unnecessary. It was oppressive. This kind of abuse of power is unacceptable and deeply concerning. >> Hi. >> I'm sorry. What was her name again? >> Rosie. >> Rosie. >> Yeah. >> What kind of dog is she? >> Uh, she's got five different um breaches. >> Perfect. That's all you need to >> check out uh my YouTube channel. I got the arrest the other day for trespassing when I wasn't trespassing. >> Twe seconds. I need to get you my card. >> There was a dude I I don't recall his name. I have to look at my notes. I was out here doing paperwork a couple months ago. I can't He might have been like the manager or something. He was involved with something here. >> Yes. >> And he had said, "Hey, we had had some kids." Uh >> Oh, yeah. It's He probably did it himself. We fired him. >> No. Yeah. But that's why we're out here contracting. >> Well, I'm sorry about my attitude. Sergeant, um Rich today, he works days. Really great gentleman. And and I don't have no uh >> The police's actions were deeply concerning. Unlawfully violating someone's constitutional rights, even without detention, reflects a serious lapse in judgment. Such misconduct damages public trust and undermines community safety. Officers must face accountability, retraining, and consequences. This behavior is unacceptable and should never be tolerated within any police force. What you're doing here is okay, but when it goes further, like the other day when when they came up on me, I was so polite. Watch the video. >> Yeah, it's PD. You guys are sheriff. Well, I apologize cuz the sheriff's office has treated uh me really well out here. >> Yeah, but I just want you to understand our concern. You know what I'm saying? We don't know if you're out here burging or whatever. You're 100%. You're legit. >> I like that. Well, I I I apologize for my attitude. You can blame >> Tofoya. Watch the video. And I don't mind giving it cuz I'm I I love my name. You know what I mean? And I and I and I I follow the law to a tea. I I try to, you know. >> No. Opening the door. Yeah. And that's why I said I'd do it. You know what I mean? >> Lots of snow. >> It's hard. It's It's a lot long hours. >> I'm just I'm just thinking ahead. So, if somebody calls in tomorrow and somebody's in the store, I'm like, "Okay, it's probably Brad." >> Okay. Well, >> we we might drive by again if somebody calls in in the future. >> I I do this all over the country. And I've probably been accosted by police and and messed with a hundred times. It just gets old after a while. But what you guys did both of you, >> the officer's actions in this case violated key constitutional rights under the fourth and fifth amendments. The fourth amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures, meaning that the officer's attempt to detain the individual without probable cause was unlawful. Furthermore, the fifth amendment guarantees the right to remain silent, ensuring that individuals cannot be compelled to answer questions that may incriminate them. Despite the individual's legal right to refuse to answer, the officers continue to press him for information, further infringing upon his rights. These violations can lead to serious legal consequences, including lawsuits against the officers or the police department. In addition to legal action, officers who engage in unlawful practices may face disciplinary measures such as suspension or dismissal. Civil rights violations may also result in financial compensation for the individual whose rights were violated, highlighting the importance of respecting constitutional protections in police encounters. Understanding your rights is one of the most powerful tools you have as a citizen to guard against misuse of authority by those in power. When police actions are transparent and officers are held accountable, it fosters a society built on trust and justice. Without these principles, the balance between authority and the people can become dangerously skewed. [Music]