Thursday, August 6, 2015

Police Brutality

Police brutality is a serious issue. When the prevailing system of criminal justice fails to give a feeling of security to the people, they seek alternative ways of protecting themselves against crime and criminals. In such an environment; the police may resort to extra-legal methods in the belief that these have been tacitly approved by the public.Common forms of police brutality were repeated kicks or punches by officers using fists, guns and police radios, sometimes while the person was already handcuffed or restrained in another way.  Mostly racial minorities are brutally beaten by the police officers.  

I feel that there are way too many cases on this. Police are abusing their authority. There are many ways to handle situations without somebody losing there life or using unnecessary force. People aren't starting to feel safe anymore when police are approaching.   Some police are using their power to do bad things, and society has come to fear police. The law enforcement system needs change. The courts have failed the police, and the police have turn to other means of justice. We must stop the corruption in the police force. I have respect for the police, and the job they do. Policemen are a selected few who do a dangerous job. Police have done many great things to help improve communities, help people during their off duty hours and stand strong in face of many fears
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/news/police-brutality/

1 comment:

  1. Police brutality is very serious as you said. People that are put to serve and protect are the people that we should not fear. I understand that it is not all police offers that are abusing their authority but the ones who do are giving the good one a bad reputation. Regardless, there has to be a change in the system.

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