The shooting of Mary S. Hawkes is profiled in an article by The Washington Post. Through the facts of Mary's case, the article illuminates the broader problems with the use of department-issued body cameras in police departments across the country. Read more at this...
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HAWKES’ RIGHTS VIOLATED, ACCORDING TO APD INVESTIGATOR
The ABQ Journal has published an article in connection with the shooting of Mary S. Hawkes. In the article, Sgt. Norris confirms that police mishandled evidence, and that Mary's constitutional rights were violated that night. Read more at the link...
WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE STOPPED BY POLICE OR IMMIGRATION OFFICERS
Elon James White on what to do if you're stopped by the police or an immigration officer. Thanks to our colleagues at the ACLU for producing this video.
How Police Body Cams Were Designed to Get Police Off the Hook
In an era of civil unrest and protest over police brutality, many are calling into question the validity of body cameras worn by policemen. Initially, the cameras were meant to prevent police from performing unnecessary violence, however the history of police body...
Why ‘Active Investigations’ Don’t Justify Keeping Police Video Secret
Police policies nationwide declare that body camera footage should not be released if the situation at hand is part of an active investigation. The ACLU argues why this does not justify keeping the police videos secret. Read the full article here. This firm is...
