Comments on: GPS Tracking http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/ 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TTY 1-800-787-3224 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:06:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: Cherry Simpson http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-116 Cherry Simpson Sat, 30 May 2009 17:05:14 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-116 <a href="http://www.jenningsdailynews.net/news.php?id=3308" title="GPS use in Police Cars" rel="nofollow"> City officials and Southside leaders said the global positioning system (GPS) units that were placed in police cars earlier this year have been very successful in tracking law enforcement efforts around the city. Jennings Chief of Police Johnny Lassiter updated the City Council last week on the system, which was installed as part of an effort to better allocate police manpower. The purchase of the GPS units was a direct outgrowth of a December 2008 City Council meeting in which residents of the city’s Southside said their neighborhoods had been taken over by criminals due to a lack of police presence. Residents complained of slow response times by police, and at times, even a lack of response.

City officials and Southside leaders said the global positioning system (GPS) units that were placed in police cars earlier this year have been very successful in tracking law enforcement efforts around the city.

Jennings Chief of Police Johnny Lassiter updated the City Council last week on the system, which was installed as part of an effort to better allocate police manpower. The purchase of the GPS units was a direct outgrowth of a December 2008 City Council meeting in which residents of the city’s Southside said their neighborhoods had been taken over by criminals due to a lack of police presence. Residents complained of slow response times by police, and at times, even a lack of response.

]]> By: Cherry Simpson http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-112 Cherry Simpson Wed, 27 May 2009 12:45:47 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-112 <a href="http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2003/oct/26/20031026-124606-8419r/" rel="nofollow">Washington Times Article</a> <a href="http://www.gpo.gov/su_docs/fedreg/a031021c.html" title="Federal Register USPS Notice Proposed Rules" rel="nofollow">Federal Register USPS Notice Proposed Rules</a> Washington Times Article

Federal Register USPS Notice Proposed Rules

]]> By: Cherry Simpson http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-111 Cherry Simpson Wed, 27 May 2009 12:42:39 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-111 I wanted to let everyone know my source for the smart stamps: 'Smart stamps' next in war on terrorism - Tracking your letters with microchip stamps Beginning with bulk or commercial mail, the Postal Service will require "enhanced sender identification" for all discount-rate mailings, according to the notice published in the Oct. 21, 2003 Federal Register. The purpose of identifying senders is to provide a more efficient tracking system, but more importantly, to "facilitate investigations into the origin of suspicious mail." -Washington Times <a href="http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2003/oct/26/20031026-124606-8419r/" title="Washington Times Article" rel="nofollow"> <a href="http://www.gpo.gov/su_docs/fedreg/a031021c.html" title="Federal Register USPS Notice Proposed Rules" rel="nofollow"> I wanted to let everyone know my source for the smart stamps:

‘Smart stamps’ next in war on terrorism – Tracking your letters with microchip stamps

Beginning with bulk or commercial mail, the Postal Service will require “enhanced sender identification” for all discount-rate mailings, according to the notice published in the Oct. 21, 2003 Federal Register. The purpose of identifying senders is to provide a more efficient tracking system, but more importantly, to “facilitate investigations into the origin of suspicious mail.” -Washington Times

]]> By: Cherry Simpson http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-108 Cherry Simpson Tue, 26 May 2009 16:21:43 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-108 ABC does story on <a href="http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=7610978&page=1" title="Fighting Back Against Abuse with GPS" rel="nofollow">Fighting Back Against Abuse with GPS</a> ABC does story on Fighting Back Against Abuse with GPS

]]> By: Cherry Simpson http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-100 Cherry Simpson Thu, 21 May 2009 11:59:23 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-100 How many of us use a GPS like Tom-Tom or Garmin in our cars. I can get GPS on my cell phone for $4.99 a month. Principally isn't it mostly software driven? Why are the reported cost for GPS so inflated? Even our TV is now all digital - we depend a lot on technology in our everyday life. How about updating crime fighting?! I've heard a few nay-sayers complain the GPS gives a false sense of security. It's a much better sense of security than the piece of paper called an order of protection. (OP - an untruthful name - a better name would be PSA - please stay away). Don't women and children and the general public at large deserve legal guarantees of personal-security? How many of us use a GPS like Tom-Tom or Garmin in our cars. I can get GPS on my cell phone for $4.99 a month. Principally isn’t it mostly software driven? Why are the reported cost for GPS so inflated? Even our TV is now all digital – we depend a lot on technology in our everyday life. How about updating crime fighting?!

I’ve heard a few nay-sayers complain the GPS gives a false sense of security. It’s a much better sense of security than the piece of paper called an order of protection. (OP – an untruthful name – a better name would be PSA – please stay away). Don’t women and children and the general public at large deserve legal guarantees of personal-security?

]]> By: Jean Wojcik http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-99 Jean Wojcik Wed, 20 May 2009 18:03:38 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-99 The company that I represent has a silent alarm system that can be worn on your person either as a watch or a pendant or on a belt clip. When depressed it can notify local law enforcement, your neighbor or a designated other after 60 seconds that help is needed. You don't have to go to the phone and wait for the operator and state your situation . You just have to press a button and help is on its way. This system is monitored 24/7 and is very reasonably priced. Its lightweight and no one will even know your wearing it unless you tell them. The company that I represent has a silent alarm system that can be worn on your person
either as a watch or a pendant or on a belt clip. When depressed it can notify local law enforcement, your neighbor or a designated other after 60 seconds that help is needed.
You don’t have to go to the phone and wait for the operator and state your situation . You just have to press a button and help is on its way. This system is monitored 24/7 and is very reasonably priced. Its lightweight and no one will even know your wearing it unless you tell them.

]]> By: CAROL http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-98 CAROL Sat, 16 May 2009 08:09:06 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-98 Hi. One of the personality characteristics that I have noticed in abusive people is that they do not seem to realize, nor acknowledge (or want to acknowledge) that their own self is at fault, or needs help. They have a tendency to believe that "it's [the victim's] fault.", They scapegoat and project. Keep being proactive. Keep your critical thinking skills sharp; and keep your perception correct. Do not let abuse infect you. Sometimes I have had to say, " Your behavior is unacceptable. Just because you're forcing me to endure it, doesn't mean anyone tolerates it. " Hi. One of the personality characteristics that I have noticed in abusive people is that they do not seem to realize, nor acknowledge (or want to acknowledge) that their own self is at fault, or needs help. They have a tendency to believe that “it’s [the victim's] fault.”, They scapegoat and project.

Keep being proactive. Keep your critical thinking skills sharp; and keep your perception correct. Do not let abuse infect you. Sometimes I have had to say, ” Your behavior is unacceptable. Just because you’re forcing me to endure it, doesn’t mean anyone tolerates it. “

]]> By: Claudia FitzHenry http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-97 Claudia FitzHenry Sat, 16 May 2009 02:38:03 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-97 Hi Cherry, I am so glad this is turning out better than you were hopeful a few months ago. My best to you and your family. I continue to pray for you all. Sincerely, In friendship, Hi Cherry, I am so glad this is turning out better than you were hopeful a few months ago. My best to you and your family. I continue to pray for you all.

Sincerely, In friendship,

]]> By: Randi Rosen http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-96 Randi Rosen Fri, 15 May 2009 22:10:07 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-96 Our organization, Survivors In Action, Inc. and Women's Legal Resource joined Assemblyman and Majority Leader, Alberto Torrico's bill 1081 which would mandate the use of GPS trackers on domestic violence offenders. However, the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence opposes this bill. The bill passed the Judiciary Committee but if the CPEDV continues to oppose important legislation in support of new domestic violence laws, victims in California will not be protected. Protection orders are violated with law enforcement often explaining to the victim that there is no proof it was the offender. With GPS, if the offender violates the order, law enforcement are notified instantaneously, and the offender is apprehended. Why on earth would the CPEDV oppose it. The cost of the unit is minimal per day and considering the lives it will save, is priceless. According to the CPEDV, the tracker violates privacy laws for the offender. The offender rights. I was under the impression that the CPEDV advocates for the victims of dv, not the offenders. Sincerely, Randi Rosen Vice President Survivors In Action, Inc. www.survivorsinaction.com Our organization, Survivors In Action, Inc. and Women’s Legal Resource joined Assemblyman and Majority Leader, Alberto Torrico’s bill 1081 which would mandate the use of GPS trackers on domestic violence offenders. However, the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence opposes this bill. The bill passed the Judiciary Committee but if the CPEDV continues to oppose important legislation in support of new domestic violence laws, victims in California will not be protected. Protection orders are violated with law enforcement often explaining to the victim that there is no proof it was the offender. With GPS, if the offender violates the order, law enforcement are notified instantaneously, and the offender is apprehended. Why on earth would the CPEDV oppose it.

The cost of the unit is minimal per day and considering the lives it will save, is priceless. According to the CPEDV, the tracker violates privacy laws for the offender.

The offender rights. I was under the impression that the CPEDV advocates for the victims of dv, not the offenders.

Sincerely,
Randi Rosen
Vice President
Survivors In Action, Inc.
http://www.survivorsinaction.com

]]> By: Randi Rosen http://www.thehotline.org/2009/05/gps-tracking/comment-page-1/#comment-94 Randi Rosen Fri, 15 May 2009 21:51:35 +0000 http://www.ndvh.org/?p=789#comment-94 GPS Technology with respect to protection orders and domestic violence is gaining momentum. There is documented proof that it does work. However, it's the law makers and legislators that are keeping GPS tracker use with offenders of domestic violence in California far from reach. Our organization, Survivors In Action and Women's Legal Resource joined Assembly member and Majority Leader, Alberto Torrico assembly bill 1081 which would mandate the use of GPS trackers for violent offenders in California. Please see the press release at www.survivorsinaction.com The bill has passed the Judiciary Committee, however, The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence opposes this bill and the CPEDV has a strong voice in what legislation passes with respect to domestic violence. I feel this organization will hinder the bill being made into a law. Protection orders are violated to the point where law enforcement often states that "it's hard to prove the offender was in violation." With GPS tracking, if the offender violates a protection order, law enforcement is notified instantaneously and the offender is apprehended. The cost of bracelet is minimal and the CPEDV claims its an invasion of privacy of the offender and would not be cost effective. Isn't the CPEDV for the victims of domestic violence, why is there so much concern for the offender's rights? What rights do they have when a woman is murdered? Randi Rosen Vice President Survivors In Action, Inc. www.survivorsinaction.com GPS Technology with respect to protection orders and domestic violence is gaining momentum. There is documented proof that it does work. However, it’s the law makers and legislators that are keeping GPS tracker use with offenders of domestic violence in California far from reach. Our organization, Survivors In Action and Women’s Legal Resource joined Assembly member and Majority Leader, Alberto Torrico assembly bill 1081 which would mandate the use of GPS trackers for violent offenders in California. Please see the press release at http://www.survivorsinaction.com

The bill has passed the Judiciary Committee, however, The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence opposes this bill and the CPEDV has a strong voice in what legislation passes with respect to domestic violence. I feel this organization will hinder the bill being made into a law.

Protection orders are violated to the point where law enforcement often states that “it’s hard to prove the offender was in violation.” With GPS tracking, if the offender violates a protection order, law enforcement is notified instantaneously and the offender is apprehended. The cost of bracelet is minimal and the CPEDV claims its an invasion of privacy of the offender and would not be cost effective.

Isn’t the CPEDV for the victims of domestic violence, why is there so much concern for the offender’s rights? What rights do they have when a woman is murdered?

Randi Rosen
Vice President
Survivors In Action, Inc.
http://www.survivorsinaction.com

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