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When is it unlawful for a law enforcement officer to detain a suspect?

April 26, 2017detain law enforcement officer unlawful

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When is it unlawful for a law enforcement officer to detain a suspect?

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Stops based upon factors which amount to little more than mundane or unremarkable descriptions of everyday, law abiding activities, are not permissible. Additionally, mere or bare suspicion cannot support a detention. Officers are required to have a reasonable suspicion, which is well founded, articulable, and based on objective facts that the suspect was involved in criminal activity.