Justice for Barry Emmett II
This petition concerns Barry Emmett II, who, after nearly 22 years in prison, has shown significant rehabilitation, personal growth, and a sustained commitment to becoming a law-abiding, productive member of society.
While incarcerated, Barry Emmett II has earned two PhD degrees and 11 trade certifications, demonstrating an exceptional commitment to education and self-improvement under challenging circumstances. We are requesting clemency and a comprehensive review of his case by the Governor of Texas and the Board of Pardons and Paroles. We respectfully ask supporters to sign this petition in favor of a fair reassessment and consideration of a second chance based on long-term rehabilitation, educational achievement, and readiness to contribute positively upon release
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The Untold Record
FEATURE DOCUMENTARY
Police K9s are an important tool for protecting officers and the public, but they are meant to be used ONLY when someone poses a real danger or is actively trying to escape. They are not meant to be used against someone who has already given up.
When a person raises their hands, gets on the ground, or otherwise shows they are surrendering, the expectation is that the level of force will go down—not become more severe. Once someone is no longer resisting or threatening anyone, there should be no need for a police dog to continue attacking or to be released on them.
No one who has surrendered should have to endure the fear, pain, and lasting injuries that can result from a police dog attack when they are no longer a threat. While every incident must be judged on its own facts, using a police K9 against a compliant, non-resisting person is an unnecessary and excessive use of force.
Police Department Policy to date (2026)
A lot has changed since 2005. Today, if officers used force against someone who had clearly surrendered and no longer posed a threat, the incident would be investigated. The officers would likely be placed on administrative leave while the investigation is conducted and could face termination or other serious disciplinary action if the investigation found they violated department policy or the law. Conduct like this is no longer accepted under today’s policing standards.
