Taxi Man Fight It In The Court Not On The Street

 

A video was sent to me showing the interaction between police officers and a taxi driver. According to the caption on the video, the officers shot the windshield of the car because the driver was trying to get away.

Many of us are quick to say that the police are wrong, but it is not a matter of whether the police are wrong or right. Remember that a dead man cannot testify in a court of law, and many of you who are pushing the fire will not go to court to testify.

If the police stop a taxi driver, the police should have reasonable cause to stop the driver on the road. The driver should comply with the orders of the police. If the police ask you to exit your vehicle, then do so, making sure that your hands are held high in the air.

Remember that an unusual move by a driver could cause the police to reasonably believe that his life is in danger.

The best thing to do is not to argue with the police. The police are not judges. Argue your case in a court of law. Sometimes we fight for our rights, and we end up being dead right.

Police officers should remember to treat all citizens with respect. There is no need to be abusive, no need to shout, and no need to get into a temper. Police work is not personal; it is the work of the state. You are not the law but an agent of the law. You cannot try cases on the streets; you prosecute people, and they are required to attend court to answer to the charges. When drivers do not follow directions, there are always charges in the books for you to make use of. Use up the charges, not your temper.

Bystanders should not interfere with the police when they are doing their work. You could end up being changed and spending a few nights in His Majesty's Hotel.

#Taxi

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New Route Taxi In Town - Cross Roads Route Taxi Association

There is a new taxi association in Kingston and St. Andrew. It's the Cross Roads Route Taxi Association. You will notice the taxis with the new logos being driven by courteous men and women. These drivers are part of an association with rules and regulations, which they all comply with.

They are the only association with their own parking in Cross Roads, Kingston. The president of the association, Sam Carty, is proud that the association is now fully registered with the transport authority and is ready to provide a quicker means of getting commuters to their destinations.

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Jolyan Silvera - The People’s Court VS The Judicial System

The Silvera family, without mommy

There is the saying that a person is not guilty unless convicted in a court of law. If a court of law decides that you are not guilty and your conscience says you are, then you are guilty. If you are not found guilty by a court of law and the public has found you guilty, may the good Lord help you.

In the case of Melissa Silvera's death, it seemed to me that the thought of Melissa dying from a natural cause was a preposterous one in the first instance. Bark Di Trute did not buy that story, and this was made clear in our posts. Can the defendant be charged with public mischief and for misleading the court?

Jamaicans continue to be suspicious of the proceedings, especially since the case is being held in camera. The gun court law is outdated.

The court cannot stop the thousands of Jamaicans who are now discussing the case. The public has a right to see and know how justice is being dispensed in their country. While judgment takes place in a court of law, public judgment is very important.

Openness and public explanation can reduce the chasm between the prosecutor, the defender, and the judicial system. The former DPP Paula Llewellyn was excellent at communicating with the people. She epitomizes the concept of being a servant of the people and not one of our masters. It is a pity that a small developing nation had to be deprived of the skills and experience of Paula Lewellyn because of her age. 

The public has debated the issue and has come to its own conclusion as to what has happened. The public has decided who is guilty and who is responsible for misleading the public and hiding crucial information relating to the crime. 

This case is going to have a major impact on how people see the prosecutors and the judicial system. They will think about how the system benefits those with money and those with influence.

Remember that a man is not guilty unless proven in a court of law or his plea bargain is accepted in a court of law. Note that a person who pleads guilty could be innocent. There could be others who are guilty by being active participants in the crime or even helping to conceal the crime.

Whatever the court decides will be accepted in law until there is an appeal to a higher court.

Whatever happens in the court, the public court of opinion will make its own judgment. The dilemma is whether there will be a chasm between the court of the land and the people’s court. Only time will tell.

Finally, people have been calling for the police to reopen investigations into the Silveras' son's drowning!

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Economic Power Dynamics in Jamaica: A Call for Change

Contributed By Michael Spence

The current state of governance in Jamaica has raised questions about the distribution of power and economic opportunities. While the government is supposed to serve the people, it appears that real power lies with those who hold economic sway. 

This is particularly evident in the plantation economic model (PEM), where those at the top exercise significant control over workers.

This system bears an uncomfortable resemblance to the exploitative practices of the past, where slave drivers wielded absolute power over enslaved people. Today, the tools of control have evolved, with technology and artificial intelligence playing a significant role in shaping the narrative and maintaining the status quo.

One glaring example of this economic imbalance is the tax system. 

Plantation workers bear a disproportionate burden of direct taxes, while certain industries, such as hotels and agriculture, enjoy exemptions and incentives. The Hotel Incentives Act and Agriculture Incentives Act provide generous benefits to these sectors, but do these benefits trickle down to the workers?

The disparity is stark when comparing the tax exemptions enjoyed by ministers, MPs, and senior civil servants to the high taxes paid by ordinary citizens. 

The selective application of tax laws and customs duties creates an uneven playing field, where those with economic power are shielded from the same burdens faced by others.

The recent scandal at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) highlights the consequences of this system.

The importation of goods without paying customs duties and taxes undermines the integrity of our institutions and perpetuates corruption.

To create a more equitable society, it's essential to level the economic playing field. 

This can be achieved by reforming the tax system; eliminating direct taxation would eliminate the need for so many exemptions and ensure that everyone contributes their fair share. 

By doing so, we can reduce corruption, crime, and fear, thus building a more just, equitable, and prosperous society for all Jamaicans.

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Passage Fort Garbage Needs Attention

Report From Passage Fort

Mr. Derby,

I am asking you to help with me untidy situation in the  Community of Passage Fort, outside of the Community Park.

The Member of Parliament Dr. Alfred Dawes and Councillor Campbell nor the Passage Fort Citizens Association Executive that collects fees at the Park, have shown any interest in clearing this dump site.

This is from December when the Prime Minister ask that the Hurricane Melissa Garbage be cleaned up in Communities, it is now a nesting place for Mongoose and Rats, this is very close to homes. 

Please to kindly ask Mr. Gordon, from the National Solid Waste Authority to send a team to assist before things get worse. 

It is at Sunset Road by the Community Park Basic School Passage Fort, Portmore.  

Thanks in advance,

#Complaint #OTGDG #PassageFort

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