What happens if you threaten police?

This offence carries a maximum penalty of a fine of 100 penalty units or imprisonment for three years (for an individual) or a fine of 500 penalty units (for a corporation).

Is it normal to feel intimidated by police?

If you feel that police have violated your rights, or you’ve witnessed police misconduct against someone else, do not panic. It’s normal to feel intimidated. But responding to misconduct is an essential step towards protecting yourself and your community from future police abuse.

Can a police officer refuse to protect you?

They can usually direct you to local resources or assist you with obtaining a protective or restraining order if that would be useful in your circumstances. Generally officers will not refuse to make a report, but you won’t get 24 hour bodyguards after making a threats report.

What happens if you file a complaint against a police officer?

Your complaint creates an official record of an incident. It might later be used along with other complaints to illustrate a pattern of misconduct. This information is useful to community leaders working to prevent police abuse in your community. Your complaint could also become relevant if the same officer is accused of additional misconduct.

How to report a crime to the police?

When quoting yourself or the officer try to use exact words. Be specific about the location, time of day, etc. Replay the events slowly in your head to help remember as many details as possible. Also include witness’s names and contact information and the officers’ names, physical descriptions,…

Why do people not report threats to the police?

Many individuals are reluctant to file official reports of threats to the authorities for various reasons. They may feel intimidated by law enforcement or they may believe that threats by themselves aren’t serious enough to report to the police.

What should you do if someone threatens you?

Mere contact with authorities is often enough to discourage or put a stop to the threatening behavior. In addition, the police may be able to give the victim of the threat ideas on how to avoid future threats and confrontations with the same people.

If you feel that police have violated your rights, or you’ve witnessed police misconduct against someone else, do not panic. It’s normal to feel intimidated. But responding to misconduct is an essential step towards protecting yourself and your community from future police abuse.

What happens if you are the target of a threat?

If you have been the target of express or implied threats, you may be feeling intimidated, frightened, angry and confused. Many individuals are reluctant to file official reports of threats to the authorities for various reasons.