Corrupt Deputies Cost Their County $8.25 Million — And Got PROMOTED!
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Three women asleep in a rental car outside a Starbucks. One deputy who wants an ID. Ninety-one minutes in handcuffs, and no crime ever named. A federal jury put a price on it: $8.25 million.
On September 20, 2019, Alameda County Sheriff's deputies Steven Holland and Monica Pope approached Aasylei Loggervale and her two daughters in a Castro Valley parking lot, citing auto break-ins in the area. Ms. Loggervale declined to hand over her ID. What followed is on Holland's own body camera: the demand, the refusal, "everyone in this car is detained," three sets of handcuffs, separate patrol cars, and a search of the car, the trunk, and their purses. Then the camera's audio stops.
The family sued in federal court. Judge William Alsup ruled the search unconstitutional before trial, a jury found for the family on every claim and found that the sheriff himself had ratified his deputies' conduct, and the county appealed. This episode plays the bodycam in full, then the county's own argument before the Ninth Circuit: that the jury was asked a question only a judge may answer, that the court "never even got there" on whether the deputies needed reasonable suspicion to search the car, and, under questioning, that none of this was ever raised with the trial judge before the jury went home.
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Corrupt Deputies Cost Their County $8.25 Million — And Got PROMOTED!
The Court Code
192,821 views
Three women asleep in a rental car outside a Starbucks. One deputy who wants an ID. Ninety-one minutes in handcuffs, and no crime ever named. A federal jury put a price on it: $8.25 million.
On September 20, 2019, Alameda County Sheriff's deputies Steven Holland and Monica Pope approached Aasylei Loggervale and her two daughters in a Castro Valley parking lot, citing auto break-ins in the area. Ms. Loggervale declined to hand over her ID. What followed is on Holland's own body camera: the demand, the refusal, "everyone in this car is detained," three sets of handcuffs, separate patrol cars, and a search of the car, the trunk, and their purses. Then the camera's audio stops.
The family sued in federal court. Judge William Alsup ruled the search unconstitutional before trial, a jury found for the family on every claim and found that the sheriff himself had ratified his deputies' conduct, and the county appealed. This episode plays the bodycam in full, then the county's own argument before the Ninth Circuit: that the jury was asked a question only a judge may answer, that the court "never even got there" on whether the deputies needed reasonable suspicion to search the car, and, under questioning, that none of this was ever raised with the trial judge before the jury went home.
Let us know if there is a case or courtroom interaction that you'd like us to cover in the comments below. Thank you for watching and don't forget to subscribe and share so that we can foster a more informed society.
DISCLAIMER
The information provided by is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, a legal opinion, or a substitute for professional counsel. Our analysis is based on our interpretation of public records and statutes at the time of filming and may not reflect the most recent legal changes. Because laws vary by jurisdiction, you should always consult a licensed attorney regarding your specific situation. No attorney-client relationship is created by viewing this content. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties regarding the completeness or reliability of the information presented.
FAIR USE NOTICE
This video constitutes a transformative use of original footage under Fair Use protections. By providing original commentary, legal analysis, and educational context, this content has been significantly altered in purpose, value, and audience from the source material.
Original footage: 23-15483 Aasylei Loggervale v. County of A...