Topic
Police Brutality
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Verfassungsblog
Repression and Resistance
In less than a month, high school protests over a lack of resources in the Paris suburbs have escalated into a striking wave of police violence and mass arrests. Videos…
Cruise Law News
Woman Walks Off Carnival Ship After Assaulting Teen
By Jim Walker
An Iowa woman accused of assaulting a teenager surrendered to local authorities in Miami on May 4, a month and a half after the alleged crime. The woman, Jennifer Frost,…
Jotwell
How “Defund the Police” Diminishes the 4th Amendment
By SpearIt
When NFL star Colin Kaepernick was in the spotlight in 2016 for protesting police violence, the notion of “defund the police” was just a fledgling idea in criminal justice reform.…
ImmigrationProf Blog
BAJI Condemns the Trump Administration’s attempts to take over Washington, D.C.
The Black Alliance for Just Immigration has a race and immigration take on the Trump administration's deployment of troops in Washington, D.C.: "BAJI Condemns the Trump Administration’s attempts to take over…
Kirakosian Law Blog
Police Brutality Definition: Understanding Your Rights in California
When we ask, “What is police brutality?” the answer is both legal and deeply personal. Police brutality occurs when law enforcement officers use excessive or unlawful force against individuals. While…
Kirakosian Law Blog
When Does Police Force Become Excessive? Your Legal Rights in California
California law enforcement officials are permitted to use force when it is required, but there are restrictions on this right. Your civil rights are violated when officials use force that…
Stritmatter Law Blog
Police Brutality in Seattle: What Are Your Legal Rights?
If you or someone you love has suffered harm at the hands of the Seattle police, you are not alone. Area cops have a long history of abusing their badge. …
Kirakosian Law Blog
Can You Sue for Police Brutality? Understanding Your Rights and How to Take Action
When the people sworn to protect your rights end up violating them, the law gives you the power to hold them accountable. Police brutality is a serious civil rights violation,…
ImmigrationProf Blog
New PBS documentary explores the life of Civil Rights Attorney John Burris and his ongoing quest to seek justice for victims of police brutality
John Burris’ road to becoming a civil rights attorney took several interesting turns before he found his way into an area of law that had practically been unexplored (police litigation).…
Constitutionally Speaking
Sharp rise in number of people shot dead by KZN cops is cause for serious concern
Police officers whose lives are endangered have the right to respond appropriately to protect themselves. But this does not justify the random killing of civilians who may or may not…