Since the late 70's, all law enforcement officers have to meet the same level of training and are licensed by the state board of Police Officers Standards (POST). This includes local law enforcement, sherriff's deputies, game wardens, U of M police and, yes, even state troopers. All have full arrest powers and are sworn to prevent crimes from being committed in their presence to the best of their ability. It is not at all uncommon for officers from different jurisdictions to cross into another jurisdiction to make an arrest. Normally, and if they have any brains, this is coordinated with the local police. It is also common for officers to work together on task forces, such a the gang task force, or work on cases involving serial crimes.
So, in other words, if a trooper stops you on 26th and Knox for dealing drugs and says you're under arrest, believe me, you're under arrest. Go quietly and argue later. They are trained in all the laws, but have PRIMARY responsibility for patroling state roads and interstate highways. Anne Mcandless Jordan TEMPORARY REMINDER: 1. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. 2. If you don't like what's being discussed here, don't complain - change the subject (Mpls-specific, of course.) ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
