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Community Lesson Plan

Pretti: Interference Isn’t Self‑Defense

Learning Objectives (3)

1. Understand why civilians—especially permit holders—must not interfere with arrests.
   • Example: A permit holder steps toward officers to “help,” increasing danger for everyone.
2. Distinguish proper control tactics from misconduct.
   • Example: A knee strike to gain control is proper; kicking a cuffed subject is misconduct.
3. Identify key control‑tactic failures that escalate force.

• Example: No one calls “arm control” or “cuffing,” causing confusion and unnecessary force.

Learning Outcomes (3)

1. Participants can explain why interference is unsafe and unlawful.
2. Participants can identify proper vs. improper officer actions.
3. Participants can recall essential review questions used in evaluating incidents.

Lesson Sequence (3)

1. Thesis & Context: Interference isn’t self‑defense; Pretti placed himself in the situation.
2. Control Tactics vs. Misconduct: Standard tactics explained; misconduct behaviors identified.
3. Failures & Review Questions: Communication failures, lack of “Gun!” announcement, and key review questions.

Assessment Tools (3)

1. Scenario Discussion: Participants explain why an armed civilian approaching an arrest is unsafe.
2. Quick Knowledge Check: Five short questions on tactics, misconduct, and review standards.
3. Verbal Summary: Participants restate the thesis and identify one proper and one improper action.

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🟦 1. JIIVE — Justice Impact Individuals Voting Effectively (Nonprofit)

This is the nonprofit organization.

📌 Core Mission

• Advocates for justice‑impacted individuals (JIIs) in Minnesota.
• Focuses on voting rights, civic participation, and political empowerment.
• Works to ensure JIIs can reclaim their voices and participate fully in democracy.

📌 Legal Status

• Registered as a 501(c)(4) social welfare nonprofit.
• Does not support or oppose political candidates (per its disclosure).

📌 Key Issues They Work On

• Voting access for formerly incarcerated or justice‑impacted people.
• Broader social issues tied to justice, including environmental justice and food sovereignty.

📌 Location

• Minnesota (statewide advocacy).

However, We Demand Accountability and Equal Enforcement.

Five Ways ICE Can Improve Accountability in Black Neighborhoods

(grounded in the article’s issues and your community theme)

1. Mandatory, always‑on body‑camera use Ensuring cameras are activated during all enforcement actions would prevent disputes over what occurred and protect both residents and officers.
2. Independent oversight and misconduct review A civilian‑led board could review use‑of‑force incidents, false statements, and complaints, preventing situations like Bovino’s contradictory testimony.
3. Respectful coordination with local police ICE agents should be required to follow protocols that reinforce—not undermine—the work of local officers who already have community relationships.
4. Transparent reporting of operations Regular public briefings, data releases, and community meetings would reduce fear and confusion about enforcement actions.
5. Equal enforcement standards applied to all individuals' Immigration enforcement should focus on conduct—fraud, overstays, criminal activity—without bias or selective targeting, reinforcing fairness and trust.

Conclusion

The controversies surrounding “Operation Midway Blitz” highlight the consequences of unchecked federal power, unreliable testimony, and excessive force. Judge Ellis’s findings, the appeals court’s intervention, and the emergence of a new lawsuit all point to a system in need of reform. Strengthening accountability, transparency, and respect for Black communities is essential for rebuilding trust. Black Lives Matter, and our community supports fair and accountable ICE enforcement. We expect agents to respect the hard‑working police officers who serve our neighborhoods, and we want immigration laws applied evenly to anyone committing fraud or overstaying visas, without bias or favoritism.

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If ICE agents abandon poor conduct and adopt higher, disciplined, transparent professional standards, they would gain immediate support from both citizens and local law enforcement; yet, due to inadequate training and inconsistent practices, agents continue to undermine the professional image of law enforcement nationwide.

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Condensed Lesson Plan: Public Conduct During Immigration Enforcement

Learning Objectives (2)

1. Understand why non‑interference with federal officers is required during enforcement operations.
2. Identify safe, lawful methods for recording and reporting enforcement activity.

Learning Outcomes (2)

1. Participants will explain the risks and legal consequences of interfering with an arrest.
2. Participants will demonstrate how to document an incident safely and submit concerns through proper channels.

Lesson Sequence (2 per section)

1. Non‑Interference

• Interference endangers officers, subjects, and bystanders.
• Approaching or distracting officers during an arrest may violate federal or state law.

Examples

• Correct: Observing from a distance without engaging officers.
• Incorrect: Attempting to speak to the detained individual during the arrest.

2. Safe and Lawful Recording

• Recording is permitted if it does not obstruct operations.
• Maintain a safe distance and avoid blocking officer movement.

Examples

• Correct: Filming from across the street using zoom.
• Incorrect: Stepping into the arrest area to get a closer angle.

3. Recognizing Lawful vs. Questionable Conduct

• Lawful conduct includes clear commands and controlled actions.
• Questionable conduct includes unnecessary escalation or unclear procedures.

Examples

• Lawful: Officers giving clear verbal instructions.
• Questionable: Force used after a subject is already restrained.

4. Reasonable Force

• Officers may use force proportionate to resistance or threat.
• Use of force is serious and should not be trivialized.

Examples

• Reasonable: Restraining someone actively resisting.
• Potentially Unreasonable: Striking a compliant subject.

5. Reporting and Accountability

• Submit documentation to oversight bodies or reputable media.
• Reporting lawful conduct ensures accuracy and fairness.

Examples

• Correct: Providing unedited video with timestamps.
• Incorrect: Posting misleading clips without context.

Formative Assessment Tool (2‑part)

Scenario‑Based Check

Provide two short scenarios. For each, participants must identify:

1. Whether the bystander’s behavior is lawful or interfering.
2. Whether the officer’s conduct appears lawful, questionable, or unclear.

Instructor Evaluation

• Participant applies safe‑recording principles.
• Participant identifies proper reporting steps.