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Law Enforcement Officers Killed in Encounters Involving Offenders With Ties to Domestic Criminal Extremists Groups: 2000 Through 2013

Since 200, there has been a significant increase in violent incidents and criminal activity by individuals and groups whose motivation is formed around antigovernment sentiment and paranoia. The expression of antigovernment sentiment is not a crime. All Americans have the First Amendment right to voice discontent concerning government activities; it is a foundation of our basic freedom of speech under the U.S. Constitution. Law enforcement must keep in mind that all such activities do not involve individuals or organizations who are actually planning or involved in criminal activity.

Type: Publication

Length: 10 pages

Publication Date: Q1 2014

Agencies: Bureau of Justice Assistance, United States Department of Justice

Authors: Mr. Robert F. Harris

Topics: Officer Safety, Threat Groups, Sovereign Citizens, Anti-Terrorism, Countering Violent Extremism

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