How “voluntary” can one say that his handing over of the tablet and phone was. He was in a position which any reasonable person might find intimidating and was without legal assistance. Are actions taken in such a case really voluntary?

At this rate, we’ll find out soon enough.

http://edition.cnn.com/2013/10/21/world/asia/north-korea-forbidden-photos/?iref=obnetwork

http://www.maltarightnow.com/?module=news&at=Fi%26%23267%3B-%26%23266%3Bina+%2E%2E%2E+Arrestati+talli+%26%23295%3Badu+r-ritratti&t=a&aid=99851761&cid=20

I wonder how many readers where actually present when a person taking a photo, of a protest march, near Castille had his camera taken away and destroyed and the subsequent wielding of batons. Decades later and the scene brings back the icy fear and horror it did then. Is this what they call a full circle?

He can never be sure.

Not on your life if they do not want to be dismissed instantly.

I would not say that, judging by the outstanding speech tonight in Parliament by Jason Azzopardi. But will his colleagues stand by him and voice their opinions in the same manner?

Besides, to request legally that a suspect’s personal effects be handed over they must have a warrant (in these circumstances) given that Vella was not apprehended violating (criminal) law. Fact remains this is just a “vendikazzjoni”. Another Taliana.

Which just makes you wonder who will be next.