An independent panel of law enforcement experts appointed by Police Commissioner James P. O’Neill of the New York City Police Department released its
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The panel report can be viewed HERE
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Racism in the Rear View Mirror | ACLU of Illinois
The ACLU of Illinois released a new report – Racism in the Rear View Mirror – examining Illinois traffic stop data reported by law enforcement agencies across the state from 2015 to 2017. The report highlights significant racial disparities persist in traffic stops. For example, Black and Latinx drivers are more likely to be asked to consent to a search, but white drivers are
— Read on www.aclu-il.org/en/publications/racism-rear-view-mirror
Court Approves Historic Reforms To Chicago Police Department : NPR
The new guidelines cover everything from police recruitment practices to policies on use of force. The department was harshly criticized by Obama’s Justice Department for civil rights violations.
— Read on www.npr.org/2019/02/01/690591913/court-approves-historic-reforms-to-chicago-police-department
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Chicago Police Consent Decree
http://chicagopoliceconsentdecree.org/
Attorney General Raoul Applauds Approval Of Consent Decree To Reform Chicago Police Department
Consent Decree to Be Enforced by Federal Judge & Overseen by Independent Monitor to Achieve Sustainable Police Reform in Chicago
http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/pressroom/2019_01/20190131.html
Consent decree
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In Depth: Talking All Things City-County Merger With Reps From Better Together, Municipal League | St. Louis Public Radio
On Tuesday’s St. Louis on the Air , host Don Marsh talked with backers of two competing approaches to a potential reunification of the St. Louis and St.
— Read on news.stlpublicradio.org/post/depth-talking-all-things-city-county-merger-reps-better-together-municipal-league
Better Together website
Better Together is a group advocating for consolidation of services in St. Louis.
Their report can be accessed HERE
Survey says residents mostly satisfied with Colorado Springs Police Department | Premium | gazette.com
Most Colorado Springs residents surveyed are satisfied with their police force.
— Read on gazette.com/content/tncms/live/
The survey can be seen HERE
City Council Push Back on DPD Plan for 2019 | NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
I like it when police departments share their policing plan. Others can use it as an example. In the article there is also a link to 2018 statistics.
Dallas City Council members shared concerns Monday about the 2019 crime fighting plan presented by Police Chief Renee Hall to the Council Public Safety Committee.
— Read on www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/City-Council-Push-Back-on-DPD-Plan-for-2019-504998482.html
The 2019 report can be found HERE
After Stephon Clark shooting, California AG releases 49 suggestions to improve Sacramento police | The Sacramento Bee
After the incidents of police using force in 2014 and 2015 it became a popular for outside agencies to investigate incidents of police use of force.
Here is an example of the California AG Investigation on the Stephon Clark shooting.
With a $20 million lawsuit and two criminal probes into the Stephon Clark shooting looming, state Attorney General Xavier Becerra has released a report with 49 recommendations for improving Sacramento police. Police Chief Daniel Hahn asked for the report following Clark’s death at the hands of two officers last March.
— Read on amp.sacbee.com/news/state/california/article225242250.html
The report can also be accessed HERE
Murder clearance rates have actually improved — with one big exception | Modern Policing
This article analyzes city clearance rates for murders and shootings. One key finding is a drop from 65% to 42% since the 1980s in the clearance rate for black and Hispanic victims killed by guns — aside from this category, murder clearance rates have actually improved. Also, non-firearm homicides, which are more likely to yield…
— Read on gcordner.wordpress.com/2019/01/26/murder-clearance-rates-have-actually-improved-with-one-big-exception/
Failing conventionally on gun violence reduction – Jerry Ratcliffe
Failing conventionally on gun violence reduction – Jerry Ratcliffe
— Read on www.jratcliffe.net/blog/failing-conventionally-on-gun-violence-reduction/
Dr. Ratcliffe’s article is response to Philadelphia’s publication “Roadmap to Safer Communities” which can be accessed by the link below.
I love it when a police department or a municipality releases a plan. Especially a crime fighting plan. It allows others to see what others are doing and then barrow (steal) for it or use it to build something new.
https://www.phila.gov/media/20190116150530/The-Philadelphia-Roadmap-to-Safer-Communities.pdf
Prospects for police reform | Modern Policing
Dr. Sam Walker is one of the leaders in police accountability. He is also one of my favorite authors.
Noted police historian and accountability expert Sam Walker discusses the prospects for ongoing police reform in this law review article. Despite reduced pressure from the federal government since 2017, he sees encouraging efforts within policing, some state and local governments accepting greater responsibility, and continuing interest from activists and the general public. Still, the prospects…
— Read on gcordner.wordpress.com/2019/01/14/prospects-for-police-reform/
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