Alabama Pastor Plans To Sue Over Arrest While Watering Flowers

Alabama Pastor Plans To Sue Over Arrest While Watering Flowers

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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.

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

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

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