CopTalk
Answering your questions for the past 20 years
Episodes
September 28, 2025 • 47 mins
Summary
Pardon the audio issues this week, the show was interrupted with a major power failure that could easily have been caused by a potential zombie invasion in progress. But we tried to patch it all back together. We leave in the incident to show we are humans just like all of our listeners and because chaos can be more fun to listen too.
In this episode of the podcast, we discuss various topics related to law enforcement, in...
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September 12, 2025 • 61 mins
Summary
In this episode, we discuss various topics related to law enforcement, including the criteria for 5150 holds, current crime trends such as jewelry thefts and vehicle thefts, and the legal landscape surrounding ATVs and knives. We also delve into the complexities of traffic stops, the effectiveness of warnings versus tickets, and the unique challenges posed by bounty hunters. Additionally, the episode features humorous anec...
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September 2, 2025 • 78 mins
Summary
In this episode, the we discuss various topics related to law enforcement, including the role of social workers in police work, the dynamics of traffic stops, mental health issues, personal anecdotes from their experiences, legal questions regarding traffic stops and gun laws, neighborhood conflicts, and career aspirations in law enforcement. The conversation highlights the challenges and complexities faced by police offic...
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August 18, 2025 • 56 mins
Summary
In this episode of the CopTalk podcast, Brent, Mark, and Ed reunite after 15 years to discuss their lives, careers, and the relevance of past discussions in today's context. They address listener questions on various topics, including mental health, custody exchanges, police procedures, traffic safety, and online security. The conversation emphasizes the importance of seeking help, understanding law enforcement practices...
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June 30, 2024 • 14 secs
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Feel free to submit your questions here:
https://www.coptalk.info/askacop to ask your questions
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June 15, 2014 • 54 mins
In the News
Cameras and the Police - More coming in the next show....
NY Protests
In The News:
http://www.azcentral.com/video/1150177012001
Phoenix Az brothel poses as church
http://www.contracostatimes.com/weird-news/ci_18884594
Courts--Man sues white castle over booth size
http://www.contracostatimes.com/weird-news/ci_18883879
burglar tries to claim reward money
http://policelink.monster.com/news/articles/155535-off-d...
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October 3, 2011 • 54 mins
In the News
Cameras and the Police - More coming in the next show....
NY Protests
In The News:
http://www.azcentral.com/video/1150177012001
Phoenix Az brothel poses as church
http://www.contracostatimes.com/weird-news/ci_18884594
Courts--Man sues white castle over booth size
http://www.contracostatimes.com/weird-news/ci_18883879
burglar tries to claim reward money
http://policelink.monster.com/news/articles/155535-off-d...
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August 22, 2011 • 37 mins
Ask a Cop?
If the police break down your door, do they have to pay for it?
Can a cop browse my phone if I am arrested?
If you are pulled over by a police officer, what is the minimum required level of compliance?
Do passengers need to provide ID? Can they search your car? Do you need to answer their questions?
How can you verify the identity of someone who claims to be a police officer?
In closing:
Website www.co...
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August 9, 2011 • 62 mins
Ask a Cop? How long can a cop follow me?: Thanks Sarah
In colorado, how long can a cop follow you before turning on his lights if he says that your a danger to other people...should't he pull you over right away?
Ask a Cop? How Do You Handle Police Misconduct?
Do off-duty police officers have the same authority as working officers?
Is it legal for people to take a photo or record video of suspi...
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May 2, 2011 • 67 mins
Ask a Cop? Worst Part about being a Cop?: Thanks Matt
I listen to your show regularly and really enjoy the wealth of knowledge that your team offers. Keep up the good work! I've worked my way through almost all of your episodes, and haven't heard this question come up yet: For each of you, what are your most and least favorite things about being an LEO? Also, I know you guys are exposed to a wide variety of threats as LEO's; what ...
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April 19, 2011 • 71 mins
Ask a Cop? False information: Thanks Nicolette
My son was born in February of this year. His father & I have been together since before I got pregnant & are still together now. But there is a guy, that I have never had sex with, going around telling everyone that he is my son's father. Can I or is there a way I can sue him for spreading false information like that?
Ask a Cop? What were your first days as a cop like? Thanks: Jesse...
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April 4, 2011 • 62 mins
Ask a Cop? Kidnap: Thanks Vince
What should you do if someone at gunpoint wants you to get in their car? First I'd like to say that I really do like your show and do appreciate all you do to keep us safe. Sometimes it's hard to follow you, because amist all the joking, things get lost in the process. I assume this is how you handle stress because I cannot even imagine what it would be like to be a cop, especially since so many l...
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March 21, 2011 • 61 mins
Ask a Cop? Stolen Property
From: Felicia
A month ago my apartment was broken into and my ps3, xbox 360 and all the games were stolen. I recently walked past my neighbors window and saw all of my stolen things. What can I do?
Our Reply:
If it was an easily identifiable item than could be seen through a window (like a dog, purple laptop, unique purse etc) you'd have better luck having the police check on it. But all PS3's, xbox 3...
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February 22, 2011 • 55 mins
Ask a Cop?,
Reader Questions:
Texting and not paying attention....
Oakland, CA - Criminals following home shoppers and being robbed in the privacy of their home.
How do we determine you are speeding?
Ask a Cop? Working Radar at night…
Subject: Running Radar
Is it legal for the police to run radar on a 4 lane highway (2 lanes north & 2 lanes south) after dark without having any lights of any kind on? I have seen the local c...
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February 9, 2011 • 46 mins
Window Tinting, Men that will not leave, traffic stop safety, right on red, possession, entrapment
Reader Questions:
Window Tinting:
To: info@coptalk.info
Subject: laws
hi i was wondering if this is right i was pulled over on 1/11/11 by the local police department for window tint and i was ticketed a 125.00 fine but the tint has been on my car since 2002 and the window tint law was put into effect in...
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February 2, 2011 • 49 mins
Recap from the time we were off
Thanks for the supporters who hung in there with us!
Thanks to people visiting the site!
Thanks for all the email and questions received
Reader Questions:
Becoming a Cop with a past Drug History
I live in California and i understand that most agencies require a polygraph test pre-hire. My question is i am 22 and have used marijuana a few months at a time for the past 2 yrs...
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October 12, 2010 • 45 mins
Thefts from your Garage
Petty or Grand Thefts, Burglary
Open or Unlocked Garage
How does it happen?
Why does it happen?
Motion Lights
Lock it or lose it
Lock your car in your garage
Close your garage door
No keys in the car!
Inventory your garage - Digital Photos
Open side door = invitation to rip your entire home
Skinny burglars can fit in small pet doors
Website www.coptalk.info
Stitc...
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October 7, 2010 • 58 mins
Halloween Safety:
Safety
Patrol
Issues
Problems
What we see
What we enforce
Tons of News and a short visit from Jim
Firefighter let house burn
Next Week:
Thefts from your Garage
Petty or Grand Thefts, Burglary
Open or Unlocked Garage
How does it happen?
Why does it happen?
Motion Lights
Lock it or lose it
Lock your car in your garage
Close your garage door
No keys in the car!
Inventory your gara...
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September 14, 2010 • 64 mins
Law Enforcement Technology over the years - The changes we have all seen.
In the beginning.......
Cars to Dedicated Police Equipment
In Car Communications
Computers / MDT
Radar
LIDAR
Lighting and Emergency Equipment
Printers
Weapons
Duty Gear
Website www.coptalk.info
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Email Subscription – Sign Up on the site
Thanks for yo...
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September 8, 2010 • 68 mins
BEAVERTON, Ore. — A homeless man who called 911 from the hot tub of a suburban Portland home and asked for towels, hot chocolate and a hug got arrested for trespassing instead.
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Two Washington County Sheriff’s deputies caught drinking and having sex at a U.S. Forest campground are now off the county’s payroll.
El Salvador Police find barrell Stuffed with 9 million Bucks
Arizona Shooting Ruled L...
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