As other possible legal actions are being considered, protesters at the Republican National Convention who were arrested and released - many without charge - are being held hostage in the Twin Cities as they will not be allowed to have their personal belongings returned to them until Monday.
For some, this includes photo id/drivers' licenses, credit cards, plane tickets, medication, clothing, and various electronics including phones and cameras.
A motion was filed in court on behalf of those trying to get their belongings back so they could get back to their jobs, school, board planes, get their medications, etc. The judge has summarily dismissed the motion and will not allow anything to be released.
My son has been told that the St. Paul Police Department is not in possession of his backpack and it's contents. He is checking with the Minnesota State Troopers now.
If the police are holding your personal items, please contact Coldsnap Legal Collective.
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