Police Brutality

Many observers tout New York's passage of the Police Brutality Act as the most far-reaching tool for force reform in the country. The legislation would lower the standard needed to prosecute police officers while requiring officers to use force only as a last resort....

Encounters with law enforcement officers can be uncomfortable, especially if you do not know why they stopped you. How do you know if an officer's behavior is standard procedure or out of line? Understanding basic facts about stopping and questioning could help you...

Reports of deaths caused by law enforcement are hard on everyone, but when the incident is preventable and due to abuse by the officers, it becomes a serious concern. To help combat police brutality issues, New York is trying to create reforms. The New York Attorney...

Even if authorities suspect you committed a crime, you still have rights. You deserve to receive fair, responsible and objective treatment. Knowing how to respond in the often-tense moments during an arrest can help you protect yourself. If you experience illegal or...

In the past few years, there has been no shortage of headlines about police brutality in New York and across the country. While many incidents of police misconduct involve aggressive arrests and improper discharge of firearms, police brutality may come in other forms....

In the United States, police brutality has been a documented problem for countless citizens for decades. Although some laws have changed and situations can differ, excessive force, unlawful killings and racial abuse still remain persistent problems throughout police...

The term “police brutality” shows up in a variety of formats, from everything including entertainment to newscasts. However, understanding what this term actually means is paramount when dealing with the legal system in the United States. It is difficult to determine...

With so much civil unrest, there have been protests across the country, particularly over the past year. Many protests in New York City and law enforcement's response to them drew nation-wide attention. The New York City Department of Investigation launched an...

Police misconduct in the form of excessive force may occur during an arrest or a non-intrusive investigatory stop. When an officer uses greater force than what would be reasonably considered necessary, a harmed individual may sue for damages. Excessive force may...

The whole nation has been abuzz lately with protests coming together in every state where people are demanding accountability among law enforcement officers and an end to police brutality. New York has become a hotbed for some of the largest demonstrations. If you are...