The DOJ has not ruled out conducting a large-scale investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department for violating its community’s civil rights, according to a letter a top official there sent to a senator
The Justice Department has not ruled out conducting a large-scale investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department for violating its community’s civil rights, according to a letter a top official there sent to a senator.
After completing a pattern or practice investigation, the Justice Department enters talks with the police department and usually negotiates a court order mandating reforms. Civil rights activists argue the court orders are powerful tools for forcing departments to make changes. But many Republicans argue they can be too burdensome for departments and can damage officer morale.
“Where an investigation reveals a pattern or practice of such misconduct, the Section may initiate a civil action in the name of the United States against state or local officials and seek appropriate injunctive relief,” wrote Stephen Boyd, DOJ’s legislative affairs chief. “We will carefully consider the evidence in this case, as well as any additional information that comes to our attention, regarding your request for a civil pattern or practice investigation.
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