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Former Atlanta police officer charged with felony murder of Rayshard Brooks

Former Atlanta police officer charged with felony murder of Rayshard Brooks

Former Atlanta police Officer Garrett Rolfe, who is white, was charged with felony murder by Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard Jr. on Wednesday for fatally shooting Rayshard Brooks, who was black, on June 12. Speaking at a news conference, Howard announced 10 other charges against Rolfe in addition to

Could the practice of civil asset forfeiture be abolished

Could the practice of civil asset forfeiture be abolished?

Law enforcement agencies across the United States have long upheld a practice known as civil asset forfeiture (or civil judicial forfeiture) as an important tool for combating crime. This practice for seizing property and money used in a crime, is designed to help cripple criminal organizations and fund law enforcement

George Floyd’s memorial held in Minneapolis

George Floyd’s memorial held in Minneapolis

George Floyd’s memorial service held on Thursday in Minneapolis came with calls for sweeping criminal justice reforms in the United States. The service, attended by Floyd’s family, friends and public officials, heard a eulogy from Rev Al Sharpton, the president of the civil rights organization, National Action Network.