Alabama Pastor Plans To Sue Over Arrest While Watering Flowers

Michael Jennings, a pastor, was arrested while watering flowers for a neighbor. The arrest was captured on police body camera after Jennings refused to show ID to officers responding to a 911 call about a suspicious vehicle. His neighbor vouched for his helpfulness, stating he often cares for their property. Alabama law allows police to request identification if there's reasonable suspicion of a crime, but legal experts argue this may not apply here.

What was Michael Jennings doing when he was approached by the police?

• Mowing the lawn

• Watering flowers

• Painting a fence

• Walking his dog

What was the reason given by the police for approaching Michael Jennings?

• A missing person report

• A burglary in progress

• A noise complaint

• A report of a suspicious vehicle

How did Jennings' neighbor describe his actions when they were away?

• He ignored their property

• He occasionally checked the mail

• He borrowed their car

• He watched over their house and watered flowers

What does Alabama law allow police to do when there is reasonable suspicion of a crime?

• Arrest without a warrant

• Search a house without permission

• Ask for a person's name

• Confiscate personal belongings

What do legal experts say about the applicability of Alabama law in Jennings' case?

• It applies only in certain counties

• It likely does not apply

• It definitely applies

• It applies only to non-residents