Tag: civil rights violations
DOJ Launches 15th Police Misconduct Investigation This Year
The Department of Justice has initiated its 15th police misconduct investigation this year, underscoring a persistent pattern of alleged systemic issues within law enforcement...
DOJ Investigates 14 Police Departments for Pattern and Practice Violations
The Department of Justice has launched investigations into 14 police departments across the United States, scrutinizing their practices for potential systemic violations. This surge...
5 Alarming Signs of Police Abuse of Power in 2023
Police abuse of power has become an alarming trend, with reports of misconduct rising by 15% in the first half of 2023 alone. This...
Understanding the 3 Key Elements of Police Negligence Claims
Every year, thousands of individuals find themselves victims of circumstances that could have been prevented by proper police action. Police negligence claims arise from...
Police Excessive Force Lawsuits Rose 12% in Past Year
Police excessive force lawsuits have surged by 12% in the past year, marking a troubling upward trend in civil rights violations. This alarming increase...
False Arrest Claims Rise 20% Amid Police Reform Debates
False arrest claims have surged by 20% in the past year, according to recent legal data. This alarming increase coincides with heightened public scrutiny...
Understanding the 5 Key Aspects of Police Civil Liability
Police misconduct cases have surged by 18% over the past decade, according to the latest Department of Justice report. This alarming trend underscores the...
5 Types of Police Misconduct Recognized as Criminal Offenses
Police misconduct has become a pressing issue, with the Bureau of Justice Statistics reporting over 4,000 citizen complaints against law enforcement annually. These incidents...