Jack Dunphy

“Jack Dunphy” is the pseudonym of an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. The opinions expressed are his own and almost certainly do not reflect those of the LAPD management.

Michael Jackson Could Have Used a ‘No’ Man

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

Some valuable advice for the mega-celebrities among us.

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Lakers Riots Embarrass LAPD

Monday, June 22nd, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

You just know there's a problem with the police response when the ACLU approves of it.

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Enough Slamming the LAPD Over ‘Racial Profiling’

Sunday, June 7th, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

Violent crime in Los Angeles is dominated by blacks and Hispanics. Straw-man arguments can't alter this uncomfortable fact.

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When a Police Officer Kicks a Gang Member

Monday, May 18th, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

What exactly constitutes police brutality?

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When Cops Can’t Use Lights and Sirens

Sunday, April 19th, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

A former LAPD chief doesn't think police should be permitted to do everything necessary to get to an emergency as fast as possible.

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Caught on Tape: Police Beating Teen Girl

Thursday, March 5th, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

I suspect I'm not the only cop who has watched that video and thought, "There but for the grace of God go I."

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Ex-Cop Arrested in Oscar Grant Shooting

Wednesday, January 14th, 2009 - by Jack Dunphy

What really happened in the Oakland subway station on New Year's Day?

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Why Can’t Cops Enforce Immigration Laws?

Monday, December 8th, 2008 - by Jack Dunphy

LAPD officers will get a more active role in apprehending illegal alien gang members if a proposed law passes.

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LAPD Treats Gay Marriage Protests With Kid Gloves

Monday, November 17th, 2008 - by Jack Dunphy

As angry Prop 8 demonstrators block traffic and disrupt city life, officers are under orders to leave them alone.

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LAPD Chief Bratton’s Shameful Obama Endorsement

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008 - by Jack Dunphy

It's just his latest act of political calculation and expediency.

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