[OM] Re: OT Case dropped against man taking picture. Re: Staithes

[Chuck Norcutt]

In the US you can be "too careful".  It could well lead to charges of 
false arrest against the police.

Chuck Norcutt

David W Bell wrote:
> Notice in the local free paper a report on a case recently in Scotland 
> before Airdrie Sheriff Court (like County Court in England)
> 
> Guy in supermarket sees kid in fancy dress as a Pink Tiger so snaps her with 
> his mobile phone cam. Mother reads the Riot Act and security / police 
> called.
> 
> Guy was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Breach of the Peace and placing the 
> mother in a state of fear and alarm.
> 
> When the case came before the bench  Sheriff Dixon asked the prosecution if 
> they "really wanted" to proceed. They didnt and the chap was given an 
> absolute discharge.
> 
> Said the Crown prosecuting. "He was charged as you cannot be too careful"
> 
> Discuss?
> 
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