Justice Newzzz
A new CA policy places a limit on medical parole; Tucson police officer fired after shooting a man 9X; Oxford shooting suspect used a gun purchased on Black Friday; DOJ launches police investigation
prison population cut: In Oct. 2020, the governor of New Jersey allowed people within a year of release to get out up to eight months early. This measure aided the state in cutting the prison population by 40%. Gothamist (Nov. 22, 2021)
uptick in police presence: In an effort for better traffic safety, there will be increased presence of police around D.C. schools. Heightened surveillance around the school is intended to ensure roadway safety for the students. The Washington Post (Nov. 29, 2021)
limit on parole: California announced it will limit medical parole to people who need ventilators to breathe. Prior to the new policy, there was a broader range of health issues that allowed some to go to nursing homes instead of behind bars. However, this new policy puts many at risk of returning to prison. L.A. Times (Nov. 30, 2021)
officer fired: A Tucson Police officer was fired for shooting and killing a 61-year-old wheel-chair bound man suspected of shoplifting. The officer fired a total of nine times. Patch (Nov. 30, 2021)
spewing misinformation: Misinformation and disinformation released by police agencies must not be ignored as it creates a narrative based on falsities. To turn a blind eye to the spread of falsities is to absolve the police of any sense of accountability. Appeal (Nov. 30, 2021)
school shooter: This past week, it was announced that the 15-year-old Oxford High School shooting suspect used a gun purchased by his father on Black Friday to carry out the tragedy on Tuesday. The parents were charged with involuntary man slaughter. Detroit Free Press (Nov. 30, 2021)
tensions high: There is disagreement between Durham County Commissioners and city activists on the construction of a $30 million youth detention center set to be built by 2023. During a town hall meeting, city activists voiced concerns over the construction highlighting the downside of incarceration compared to rehabilitation. Indy Week (Dec. 1, 2021)
police mishandled teen: A 17-year-old concertgoer had a seizure while at a concert. Police rushed to the teen’s aid. The teen grew fearful and began to pull away which resulted in the officers becoming combative. One officer pulled out a taser and used it on the teen. The Marshall Project (Dec. 2, 2021)
punished after release: After serving five years behind bars, Rudy Carey was released from prison in 2007. Following his release, Carey began working as a drug counselor at a rehab center. However, state law barred Carey from continuing to work due to his 14-year-old criminal record. The Marshall Project (Dec. 2, 2021)
launched investigation: On Friday, federal prosecutors announced they are launching an investigation into the Mount Vernon Police Department. The investigation will assess the department’s history of force, evidence management and claims of discriminatory practices. Gothamist (Dec. 3, 2021)
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