I don't think that it's the law anywhere that I'm aware of, but I have heard of many cases where it happens. That's why I mentioned H.L. Gates, I think that situation was exacerbated when the cop asked to see his ID in his own house.
________________________________________ From: Christopher D. Green [chri...@yorku.ca] Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 12:35 PM To: Teaching in the Psychological Sciences (TIPS) Subject: Re: [tips] Again, like a complete unknown Funny that Dylan just showed him his ID. Is there any reason one has to show police id and account for walking on a public sidewalk in the US? Chris Green ============= David Hogberg wrote: > > See this morning's Philadelphia Inquirer, > > http://www.philly.com/philly/wires/ap/news/state/new_jersey/20090814_ap_yourebobdylannjpolicewanttoseesomeid.html?nlid=2525542 > > DKH > > --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly (bsouthe...@frostburg.edu) --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly (bsouthe...@frostburg.edu)