Texting, or typing on a work-related computer. OK, texting gives the impression of double-standards, but just because we move on to the truth of it being typing on a work related computer, does that make it all better and not a problem? No.
OK, so if the law/PD regulations allow this, then OK - I guess this one gets off and the question of charges in this case is answered.
But going forward, do you really want the law/PD regs to allow this? Is it OK that a LEO can take his eyes off the road to type on a computer? Shouldn't we have safety protocols that require pulling over to type? And if the police chiefs won't implement and enforce them, go over their heads to the mayor/other politicians? And if they won't help, vote them out of office?
Or at least put some money into developing a heads up display that will allow both the road and text to be seen at the same time, and voice recognition technology that allows voice typing to keep hands on the wheel?
Or is failing to prevent some preventable extra risk of running people over OK, because it's in the course of their duty? Alright, let's start by no longer requiring doctors to wash their hands, because hey, they're cutting you open to help you, so it's ok right?
OK, so if the law/PD regulations allow this, then OK - I guess this one gets off and the question of charges in this case is answered.
But going forward, do you really want the law/PD regs to allow this? Is it OK that a LEO can take his eyes off the road to type on a computer? Shouldn't we have safety protocols that require pulling over to type? And if the police chiefs won't implement and enforce them, go over their heads to the mayor/other politicians? And if they won't help, vote them out of office?
Or at least put some money into developing a heads up display that will allow both the road and text to be seen at the same time, and voice recognition technology that allows voice typing to keep hands on the wheel?
Or is failing to prevent some preventable extra risk of running people over OK, because it's in the course of their duty? Alright, let's start by no longer requiring doctors to wash their hands, because hey, they're cutting you open to help you, so it's ok right?
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