Less lethal weapons, such as tear gas, tasers, and body cameras, have gained popularity as a way to reduce fatalities in police encounters. However, their use has also come under scrutiny in recent years for their role in instances of police brutality and the questionable motivations behind their adoption. One example of the failure of… Continue reading LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
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From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
The roots of the police force in the United States can be traced back to slave patrols, which were formed in the early 18th century to help enforce slavery and maintain the social order in the Southern states. These patrols were responsible for tracking down and capturing runaway slaves, as well as suppressing slave revolts… Continue reading From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
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