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Laura L. Scarry

Laura L. Scarry

Laura L. Scarry, Law Officer's Legal Eagle columnist, is a partner in the law firm of DeAno & Scarry, with offices located in Wheaton and Chicago, Ill. She represents law enforcement officials against claims of civil rights violations in state and federal courts. Scarry was a police officer with the Lake Forest (Ill.) Police Department from 1986–1992.

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High-Speed Chases

Drivers who lead police on high-speed chases may find themselves facing tougher charges, particularly if they’re career criminals.

Consent through Deception

When do officers cross the line with concocting lies in order to obtain consent?

Exigent Circumstances

If police don’t violate or threaten to violate the Fourth Amendment prior to an exigency, the exigency justifies a warrantless entry and search.

39 Shots

What determines an excessive use of force?

Vehicle Searches Post-Gant

Arizona v. Gant is often interpreted to mean that officers performing traffic stops cannot search vehicles. In fact, the Gant ruling specifically allows for warrantless vehicle searches under specific circumstances.

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