This segment from the Daigle Law Group Technology Summit 2025 introduces a panel discussion that highlights collaboration and shared learning across the law enforcement and public safety community. The speaker emphasizes the value of hosting this annual event for the past four years as a way to foster conversations among professionals with different perspectives, while also showcasing strategic partnerships with organizations that support the field.

The discussion sets the tone by underscoring that partnerships are not just symbolic, but practical opportunities to learn from one another and address evolving challenges together. By bringing in partners and key law enforcement representatives, the summit creates a platform for collective problem-solving and innovation in technology, policy, and public safety practices.

In this episode of the Guardian Mindset Podcast, Attorney Eric Daigle dives deep into the critical legal issues shaping modern protest response tactics. Broadcasting from Dallas, Daigle walks through the Ninth Circuit’s decision in Puente v. City of Phoenix, a pivotal case arising from a 2017 protest at a Trump rally. This case is more than a legal ruling—it’s a training roadmap for law enforcement navigating First, Fourth, and Fourteenth Amendment obligations during high-tension demonstrations.

• How Puente v. Phoenix defines the limits of force in crowd control

• Why the use of pepper balls and tear gas didn’t qualify as a "seizure"

• What the “Shocks the Conscience” standard means for fast-moving protests

• First Amendment obligations during “unlawful assembly” declarations

• How planning, policy, and training helped officers maintain qualified immunity

• The real-world consequences of unprofessional conduct—like commemorative coins gone wrong

The Future of AI in Law Enforcement

The Guardian Mindset Podcast is back with a critical conversation on Artificial Intelligence in Law Enforcement. Attorney Eric Daigle sits down with Attorney Joseph Race, an expert in policy and accreditation, to break down the real-world implications of AI in policing. From predictive analytics and real-time crime centers to the legal minefield of facial recognition, this episode tackles what’s coming, what’s at risk, and how agencies can stay ahead.

AI is here—but is your department ready for it? Tune in for a no-nonsense discussion on how smart policies, proper training, and transparency are the keys to leveraging AI without exposing your agency to legal and operational failures.

Listen now and stay ahead of the future of policing.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• AI in Policing – How departments are already using AI in report writing, license plate readers, and crime analysis.
• Legal & Ethical Risks – Why one bad rollout could put AI tools—and your agency—in legal jeopardy.
• Facial Recognition: The Next Battleground – A single misstep could lead to nationwide bans.
• Policy & Training: The Non-Negotiables – Before deploying AI, your agency must have clear policies, oversight, and accountability.
• The ACLU & Public Trust – Why transparency matters before launching AI initiatives.
• AI & Report Writing – The serious risks of letting AI replace an officer’s perception in critical reports.

What’s Next? Continue your education with DLG Training, including our upcoming First Amendment Summit and Tech Summit on AI in Policing—giving you the knowledge and tools to keep your agency ahead of the curve. Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay ahead!