View Full Version : Douglas County opposed to Red Flag?
Looks like there will be a resolution discussed at the Tuesday March 12 county comissioners meeting that the commissioners will fund the enforcement of state laws that support the US Constitution including the rights to due process, bear arms and self defense. Following in the footsteps of Weld County? If I was a resident I'd go, alas I live in the continually declining county of Arapahoe.
Hope they pass it. DC is slipping away to the progressives . . . but would be nice to give them the finger wherever possible and fight them every step.
Sheriff Tony Spurlock is one of the pushers of this bill too. Cause feels. What a traitor to the Constitution.
Sheriff Tony Spurlock is one of the pushers of this bill too. Cause feels. What a traitor to the Constitution.
You are correct. He is one that is pushing it.
Was the shooter someone known to the SO and local police? Did they have ample opportunity to properly ask the courts for a mental health evaluation? What role did the actions of the LE on site have in the death of the deputy. If there was an honest non-LE biased investigation of how/why the death of a deputy occurred, the management of the SO might not like the outcome.
My opinion is he is trying to hide blame/guilt for what they knew they could have done within the current legal frame work by supporting this law.
Correct me if I’m wrong but isn’t Spurlock term limited? If so it only adds to his not giving a crap what citizens want.
You are correct. He is one that is pushing it.
Was the shooter someone known to the SO and local police? Did they have ample opportunity to properly ask the courts for a mental health evaluation? What role did the actions of the LE on site have in the death of the deputy. If there was an honest non-LE biased investigation of how/why the death of a deputy occurred, the management of the SO might not like the outcome.
My opinion is he is trying to hide blame/guilt for what they knew they could have done within the current legal frame work by supporting this law.
Yes, yes, and yes.
We had this out on the other thread, but red flag will actually make this perception issue worse for LE because it doesn't remove the dangerous individual, only orders the confiscation of weapons that person is known to have at the time the order is issued. So LE will be going on the record knowing the person is dangerous and then failing the community should anything happen.
As much as the 1968 GCA sucks, the involuntary confinement standard makes a lot of sense. If someone is so dangerous that his rights must be taken from him, then he really doesn't belong in a free society.
The resolution, at least the copy I saw, also states that basically we already have the appropriate laws on the books to prevent problems and supports the 2nd Amendment.
Rucker61
03-11-2019, 10:14
Yes, yes, and yes.
We had this out on the other thread, but red flag will actually make this perception issue worse for LE because it doesn't remove the dangerous individual, only orders the confiscation of weapons that person is known to have at the time the order is issued. So LE will be going on the record knowing the person is dangerous and then failing the community should anything happen.
As much as the 1968 GCA sucks, the involuntary confinement standard makes a lot of sense. If someone is so dangerous that his rights must be taken from him, then he really doesn't belong in a free society.
And if the ones pushing for Red Flag laws don't understand this, then it's not about public safety. It's about enabling gun confiscation.
Spurlock has definitely gone off the feels cliff.
He openly supports not only the concealed carry policies former Sheriff Weaver supported, but supported Average Joe NFA prior to 41F, something that Weaver didn't.
The killing of one of his deputies has certainly clouded his judgement.
His term is up in 2023.
BPTactical
03-11-2019, 19:45
It will be interesting to see what transpires when a County Sheriff and the County Commissioners are at odds over basic fundamental Constitutional Rights.
Can spurlock be recalled?
What I've never undestood is . . . what does Spurlock think would have been different if his officers had shown up to confiscate that whackjob's guns under a red flag order vs what happened when they went to just put a mental health hold on him? Think he wouldn't have reacted the same way?
Can spurlock be recalled?
Tough call. He ran unopposed...
Could we end up with someone worse?
What I've never undestood is . . . what does Spurlock think would have been different if his officers had shown up to confiscate that whackjob's guns under a red flag order vs what happened when they went to just put a mental health hold on him? Think he wouldn't have reacted the same way?
Let us look at what is reported to have happened.
https://www.9news.com/article/news/investigations/officers-justified-in-killing-man-who-fatally-shot-douglas-county-deputy-zack-parrish/73-574332128
Per the article
The report said at 5:12 a.m. Riehl called 911 again, saying he needed an emergency restraining order against his roommate. Riehl told the 911 operator he had weapons, but “he would not hurt anyone.”
After talking to deputies and demanding a “domestic restraining order” from them, Riehl slammed the door on Deputies Parrish and Davis, the summary said.
“Deputy Parrish told other deputies that Mr. Riehl was having a manic episode and that he, Deputy Parrish was going to place him on a mental health hold,” the report said.
According to the report, deputies discussed placing Riehl on a mental health hold. Riehl’s roommate provided them the key to get inside the apartment.
“Deputy Davis led the team inside carrying a ballistic shield,” the letter said.
Riehl’s roommate had warned the deputies that Riehl had rifles in the apartment.
Notice the part "Riehl’s roommate provided them the key to get inside the apartment"
This implies they had permission to enter the apartment from the roommate.
However, when multiple people co-occupy a residence and they are both in the residence, if one person does not give consent there is no consent. All parties must give consent. A single party cannot give consent over the other parties.
https://law.justia.com/constitution/us/amendment-04/18-consent-searches.html
"If, however, one occupant consents to a search of shared premises, but a physically present co-occupant expressly objects to the search, the search is unreasonable"
There were many mistakes made and Spurlock is trying to cover up the culpability that his department has in the situation.
kidicarus13
03-12-2019, 09:34
Let us look at what is reported to have happened.
https://www.9news.com/article/news/investigations/officers-justified-in-killing-man-who-fatally-shot-douglas-county-deputy-zack-parrish/73-574332128
Per the article
The report said at 5:12 a.m. Riehl called 911 again, saying he needed an emergency restraining order against his roommate. Riehl told the 911 operator he had weapons, but ?he would not hurt anyone.?
After talking to deputies and demanding a ?domestic restraining order? from them, Riehl slammed the door on Deputies Parrish and Davis, the summary said.
?Deputy Parrish told other deputies that Mr. Riehl was having a manic episode and that he, Deputy Parrish was going to place him on a mental health hold,? the report said.
According to the report, deputies discussed placing Riehl on a mental health hold. Riehl?s roommate provided them the key to get inside the apartment.
?Deputy Davis led the team inside carrying a ballistic shield,? the letter said.
Riehl?s roommate had warned the deputies that Riehl had rifles in the apartment.
Notice the part "Riehl?s roommate provided them the key to get inside the apartment"
This implies they had permission to enter the apartment from the roommate.
However, when multiple people co-occupy a residence and they are both in the residence, if one person does not give consent there is no consent. All parties must give consent. A single party cannot give consent over the other parties.
https://law.justia.com/constitution/us/amendment-04/18-consent-searches.html
"If, however, one occupant consents to a search of shared premises, but a physically present co-occupant expressly objects to the search, the search is unreasonable"
There were many mistakes made and Spurlock is trying to cover up the culpability that his department has in the situation.No one wants to hear the truth. Colorado liberals need a body count so that the red flag law can be passed.
buckshotbarlow
03-12-2019, 09:50
comming back to one of the questions...how do we get him recalled? I am a newb to this kind of thing...
I'm interested in learning more. I'm not thrilled with Spurlock's mentality.
Let us look at what is reported to have happened.
https://www.9news.com/article/news/investigations/officers-justified-in-killing-man-who-fatally-shot-douglas-county-deputy-zack-parrish/73-574332128
Per the article
The report said at 5:12 a.m. Riehl called 911 again, saying he needed an emergency restraining order against his roommate. Riehl told the 911 operator he had weapons, but “he would not hurt anyone.”
After talking to deputies and demanding a “domestic restraining order” from them, Riehl slammed the door on Deputies Parrish and Davis, the summary said.
“Deputy Parrish told other deputies that Mr. Riehl was having a manic episode and that he, Deputy Parrish was going to place him on a mental health hold,” the report said.
According to the report, deputies discussed placing Riehl on a mental health hold. Riehl’s roommate provided them the key to get inside the apartment.
“Deputy Davis led the team inside carrying a ballistic shield,” the letter said.
Riehl’s roommate had warned the deputies that Riehl had rifles in the apartment.
Notice the part "Riehl’s roommate provided them the key to get inside the apartment"
This implies they had permission to enter the apartment from the roommate.
However, when multiple people co-occupy a residence and they are both in the residence, if one person does not give consent there is no consent. All parties must give consent. A single party cannot give consent over the other parties.
https://law.justia.com/constitution/us/amendment-04/18-consent-searches.html
"If, however, one occupant consents to a search of shared premises, but a physically present co-occupant expressly objects to the search, the search is unreasonable"
There were many mistakes made and Spurlock is trying to cover up the culpability that his department has in the situation.
The police likely didn't need the roomate's permission to enter the apartment. If there is an emergent situation, the police can enter a dwelling without permission or a warrant. Everything listed above adds up to an emergent situation.
Yeah that doesn't make sense to me at all. Since when are the police just going away when only one party refuses entry? If that were the case there'd never be any DV cases.
It would make it real interesting when 20 illegals all billet in the same house with one citizen too. Bring 21 officers, separate them all, and get unanimous consent... yeah, that doesn't happen.
I'm interested in learning more. I'm not thrilled with Spurlock's mentality.
The mentality is very clear.
"All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others."
He is not about individual liberty and rights. Spurlock's #1 belief is in the power of the state. I am not sure why that is not clear.
The police likely didn't need the roomate's permission to enter the apartment. If there is an emergent situation, the police can enter a dwelling without permission or a warrant. Everything listed above adds up to an emergent situation.
They did not claim that. They claimed they had the roommate's permission to enter. \
As the police said that no crime was committed one cannot use the DV and exigent circumstances. The roommate cannot give permission to enter against the other occupant's will when the police claim there are no crimes.
https://www.9news.com/article/news/crime/report-details-new-years-eve-gunfight-that-left-deputy-dead-six-others-wounded/73-574485641
"Parrish and other deputies responded concluded that the beef Riehl was having with his roommate wasn’t a crime"
"According to the report, during that time Parrish called Riehl’s roommate, who was at work, and that man gave the officers permission to enter the apartment and said he would respond with a key."
It would make it real interesting when 20 illegals all billet in the same house with one citizen too. Bring 21 officers, separate them all, and get unanimous consent... yeah, that doesn't happen.
If they can articulate a crime and have exigent circumstances, they can enter.
Otherwise a search warrant if they want to come in and they dont have consent.
There will be a recall effort against Tony. Stay tuned.
Reminder that there was a libertarian candidate who is/was a very strong 2A supporter - but no one wanted to pay attention.
There was only Tony on the ballot. I didnt give him a vote.
There will be a recall effort against Tony. Stay tuned.
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I'm in.
Aloha_Shooter
03-20-2019, 11:30
Now here's a sanctuary movement I can get behind. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/mar/19/second-amendment-sanctuary-movement-counters-democ/
We recalled John Morse for pulling his anti-gun BS after being elected. We should start pulling together the organization needed for potential recall of the AG and Gov over this.
Now here's a sanctuary movement I can get behind. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/mar/19/second-amendment-sanctuary-movement-counters-democ/
We recalled John Morse for pulling his anti-gun BS after being elected. We should start pulling together the organization needed for potential recall of the AG and Gov over this.
Not opposed to that either but it will be more expensive.
At some point one has to wonder if that is part of the plan; using our limited free market resources up on political fights while they use our taxpayer resources to take over (and take our rights).
https://www.rallyforourrights.com/colorado-counties-say-we-will-not-comply-to-red-flag-law/
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Here?s the scoop on the current list of Second Amendment Sanctuary counties:
Mineral County: Passed Resolution March 19, 2019
Lincoln County: Passed Resolution March 19, 2019
Archuleta County: Passed Resolution March 19, 2019
Delta County: Passed Resolution March 19, 2019
Logan County: Passed Resolution March 19, 2019
Huerfano County: Passed Resolution March 19, 2019
Jackson County: Passed Resolution March 14, 2019
Rio Grande County: Passed Resolution March 13, 2019
Elbert County: Passed Resolution March 13, 2019
Alamosa County: Passed Resolution March 13, 2019
Washington County: Passed resolution March 12, 2019
Douglas County: Passed resolution March 12, 2019 (Sheriff not in support)
Dolores County: Passed resolution March 12, 2019
El Paso County: Passed resolution March 12, 2019 (Sheriff may still enforce law or parts of law)
Prowers County: Passed resolution March 11, 2019
Cheyenne County: Passed resolution March 8, 2019
Park County: Passed resolution March 7, 2019
Teller County: Passed resolution March 7, 2019
Baca County: Passed resolution March 6, 2019
Conejos County: Passed resolution March 6, 2019
Kit Carson County: Passed resolution March 6, 2019
Weld County: Passed resolution March 6, 2019
Moffat County: Passed resolution March 5, 2019
Montezuma County: Passed resolution Feb 28, 2019
Custer County: Passed resolution Feb 28, 2019
Kiowa County: Passed resolution Feb 28, 2019
Fremont County: Passed resolution Feb 26, 2019
Rio Blanco County: Passed resolution May 21, 2018
Otero County: Passed resolution in 2013, although they commissioners and sheriff are refusing to draft language specific to HB19-1177
These municipalities have joined with their counties:
Craig, CO: Passed resolution March 11, 2019
Canon City, CO: Passed resolution March 18, 2019
Milliken, CO: Set to pass resolution
Greeley, CO: Considering
Pueblo, CO: Considering
The following counties are considering implementing similar resolutions:
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Bailey Guns
03-20-2019, 13:12
I listened to part of the CO AG's testimony on this. Wow!
avandelay
03-21-2019, 14:34
Now here's a sanctuary movement I can get behind. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/mar/19/second-amendment-sanctuary-movement-counters-democ/
We recalled John Morse for pulling his anti-gun BS after being elected. We should start pulling together the organization needed for potential recall of the AG and Gov over this.
It's going to be a long, hard slog to the 600+ thousand signatures that they cannot collect until July, but there is a group to do a recall of Polis - Here (http://www.recallpolis.com/pledge/?fbclid=IwAR0gxqLpjF1fmYuoHhi4SRRWDp2bBqj9nDqQIFjJ bAKIW6MB5AWank7pTD4)
It's going to be a long, hard slog to the 600+ thousand signatures that they cannot collect until July, but there is a group to do a recall of Polis - Here (http://www.recallpolis.com/pledge/?fbclid=IwAR0gxqLpjF1fmYuoHhi4SRRWDp2bBqj9nDqQIFjJ bAKIW6MB5AWank7pTD4)
Thank you.
Fuck yea! I'll walk my neighborhood at a minimum and gather signatures. If nothing else, I'll know where the doucheknots live (besides my immediate neighbor).
That said DougCo generally votes Repub anyway except for this last school board ting which confuses the crap outta me.
avandelay
03-22-2019, 11:54
For those interested in pursuing the recall there is a private facebook (I know, facebook) group called "Recall Colorado Governor Jared Polis" where it is sort of being planned. Unfortunately with 25+ thousand members it's turning into a bit of a general discussion. The real work and coordination is in the associated county groups named "RECALL POLIS - <county name here> COUNTY".
For a 2A Colorado rights group Rally for our Rights has a private group that has a lot of good information on the bills going through.
avandelay
03-23-2019, 11:50
Along with the Polis recall effort there are efforts afoot to recall Jeff Bridges, Meg Froelich and Rochelle Galindo as well as as the petition to get the NPV on the ballot for the people of Colorado to make the decision. It will be much easier to hobble the Colo Senate to block the bad bills than it will be to gather 600+ thousand valid signatures in two months to boot Polis.
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