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The Supreme Court Case That Changed Police Searches
On February 24, 1914, the United States Supreme Court issued a ruling that permanently altered the relationship between law enforcement authority and constitutional limits. The case was Weeks v. United […]
Statehouse Report – 02/20/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
SC First Responders Need HALO Protection
Multiple HALO bills are currently pending before the South Carolina General Assembly, including H.3535, S.175, and H.4763. Each proposal establishes a clearly defined 25-foot safety perimeter around first responders who […]
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On February 24, 1914, Weeks v. United States established the exclusionary rule, reshaping how police handle evidence and conduct lawful searches.
On February 24, 1914, the Supreme Court’s decision in Weeks v. United States reshaped police searches by excluding evidence obtained unlawfully.
The Supreme Court Case That Changed Police Searches – South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police
Congratulations to Jonathan Beggs on being selected as the next Police Chief for the Town of McColl. We look forward to working with him and supporting the officers who serve that community.
MCCOLL, S.C. (WBTW) — McColl has selected Jonathan Beggs as the town’s new police chief, Mayor Robert Oulaw confirmed to News13 on Monday. Beggs, who has not been sworn in yet, will rep…
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Investigator Farrah Turner gave her life in service to Florence County. We will not forget her sacrifice, and it is fitting that her service weapon be returned to her family as a lasting tribute to her commitment and courage.
The family of fallen Florence county investigator Farrah Turner will soon receive her service weapon.The move comes after a resolution passed by Florence county
Fallen Florence Co. officer’s family receives her service weapon
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Tribute to Fallen Officers
Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks
Trooper Dennis Ricks succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck by a truck during a traffic stop on August 10, 2025. Around 2:00 a.m.,...
K9 Sam
K9 Sam succumbed to heat stroke after suffering a medical emergency while training. Temperatures were registering over 100 degrees in the shade. As...
Deputy Sheriff Devin Mason
Deputy Sheriff Devin Mason was shot and killed while responding to a call on Old Timers Court in Darlington County. At 1:30 a.m., Deputy Mason and...
Deputy Sheriff Nathaniel Ansay
Deputy Sheriff Nate Ansay was killed in a vehicle crash on State Highway 301 in Effingham around 4:20 p.m. Deputy Ansay was traveling northbound on...
K9 Bum I
K9 Bumi was shot and killed while apprehending a juvenile fleeing from a stolen car after a short pursuit. At 2:30 a.m., deputies pursued a stolen...
K9 Kodak
K9 Kodak succumbed to injuries he sustained while tracking a fleeing suspect on October 5, 2024. A driver in a stolen vehicle fled from deputies in...
K9 Mikka
K9 Mikka died after her handler's patrol car caught fire during an intense shootout with a wanted subject along Una Road, near Ashland-Stokes Bridge...
K9 Wick
K9 Wick was struck and killed by a vehicle while pursuing the suspect of a stolen vehicle around 1:00 a.m. Richland County deputies attempted to...
K9 Coba
K9 Coba was shot and killed while officers attempted to arrest a fugitive on Gravel Road in Prosperity. South Carolina Law Enforcement Division...
Deputy Sheriff Jacob Eric Salrin
Deputy Sheriff Jacob Salrin was killed in a vehicle crash at the intersection of Bluff Road and Windy Drive. His patrol car collided with a...
Deputy Sheriff Kenneth Lewis
Deputy Sheriff Kenneth Lewis succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck by a vehicle while helping a stranded motorist on Interstate 10 in...
Sergeant Michael Schlattman
Sergeant Michael Schlattman was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer during a traffic stop on Interstate 40 near Carnuel. Around 5:00 p.m.,...
Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez
Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez was shot and killed while conducting a traffic stop on State Highway 160 and Route HH near Highlandville around 4:00...
Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope
Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend the suspect who had killed Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez. Around...
Master Trooper Stien Davis Jr
Master Trooper Stien Davis was killed in a single-vehicle crash on North Carolina Highway 130 shortly after midnight. Trooper Davis lost control of...
Police Officer Caleb Abney
Police Officer Caleb Abney was struck and killed during a traffic stop on Interstate 75 at 12:09 a.m. Officer Abney had pulled over a car on the...
Trooper Michael Diego
Trooper Michael Diego passed away after suffering a medical emergency at 12:30 p.m. while training for the Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit at the...
Police Officer Brian Elliott
Police Officer Brian Elliott was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call at an apartment on Diplomat Court in Beech Grove. ...
Trooper Hunter R Bennett
Trooper Hunter Bennett was killed in a helicopter crash while assisting the Flagstaff Police Department with an active shooter. Around 8:30 p.m.,...
Deputy Sheriff Richard A Haggard
Deputy Sheriff Rick Haggard was struck and killed while directing traffic in front of Shannon Elementary School at 695 Romie Hille Avenue in Shannon...
