When to Call the Neighbors on Your Cops

Rambunctious ̶n̶e̶i̶g̶h̶b̶o̶r̶s̶ cops got you up at night? Considering calling the ̶c̶o̶p̶s̶ community for help?

Do your cops seem to just not care about the sworn oaths they’ve taken to uphold justice faithfully, to never “betray integrity, character, or the public trust”, to “always have the courage to hold [themselves] and others accountable accountable for [their] actions”? Do you feel unsafe in your own home?

Your neighbors are there to help you in situations like this. They are a last line of defense, a check and balance on unlawful behavior.

Neighbors should never be called on a whim. In most cases, it’s best to resolve issues with cops the usual way: remain civil and remind them of established legal boundaries, only threatening to pursue further action when nothing else works.

However, sometimes it’s not enough to just be polite and law abiding, and you may have to take advanced measures. Historically speaking, making that call can be a big step. It can be tough to know when and where to draw that line. Frankly, it’s scary. After all, calling your neighbors can take away resources from others who may need them, and at worst has been known to spark revolutions.

With that in mind, here are some red flags to look for when considering calling for help on a runaway police state.

Repeat Offenses

Is it a one time thing or does it keep happening? Even one time can be enough to…