Rights of a Law Enforcement Officer

The articles in this section are for your use.  As law enforcement officers you should understand your rights and how to protect them.  As you will notice the law concerning your rights is not crystal clear.  If you believe you or a fellow officer is need of legal representation contact your union attorney.  If you do not have a union and your legal rights are being violated it is time to form a union in your department.  If you want some questions answered check out the page on MCOPS FAQ's.   All the articles on this Web Site are the exclusive property of the Maryland Coalition of Police and Deputy Sheriffs.  Any reproduction of them should be done by request via our email system.