Department of Justice
Starting with one simple step, LE administrators can take a proactive approach in securing non-federal grant funds
From body-worn cameras to officer wellness, the DOJ’s updated plan features millions in law enforcement grant funding opportunities across BJA and COPS programs
A vital grant opportunity for law enforcement agencies
In an op-ed, Jeff Sessions said consent decrees “handcuff police instead of the criminals” and hurt communities
Jeff Sessions urged federal prosecutors to intensify their focus on immigration crimes such as illegal border crossing or smuggling others into the U.S.
AG Jeff Sessions often reflects fondly on the tough enforcement strategies of decades ago and sees today’s comparatively low crime rates as a sign they worked
Laura Kunard’s role is to audit the new police accountability system and identify patterns and practices that violate constitutional rights
Federally mandated changes in the Seattle Police Department led to a drop in how often officers use serious force, with no rise in crime or officer injuries
The agreement was the product of an investigation of the department following the death of Freddie Gray
Fourteen police departments are currently working under reform agreements with the U.S. Department of Justice
The federal government cited several reasons for the requested delay, including new DOJ policies that federal officials say are aimed at reducing crime
The police union was a vocal supporter of Trump during the 2016 election
Jeff Sessions represents “a new sheriff” at DOJ
Although the report found problems with Minneapolis’ coordination and communication, it praised officers for their professionalism and the peaceful end of the protest
Sessions is expected to further underscore his efforts to make fighting street violence a top mission of the DOJ
Police chiefs are ready with their wish-lists
A U.S. official said the FBI has asked the DOJ to dispute Trump’s allegation, though no such statement has been issued
A former attorney said the DOJ can’t “tackle all criminal justice challenges” and must use its resources in a smart and targeted way
After announcing a halt in a review and reform process of the department, the DOJ later said the process will continue
DOJ said its COPS Office won’t proceed with the collaborative reform process, and has made other technical assistance and training resources available
Federal prosecutors announced charges Wednesday against seven officers in Baltimore
The DOJ is shifting toward an emphasis on making those in minority or poor communities feel safe from violent crime
In his first major policy speech as attorney general, Sessions promised that combating violent crime would be a top priority of the Justice Department
Under Obama, the Justice Department entered into agreements with 12 police departments, four times as many as under President George W. Bush
U.S. District Judge James Bredar said political winds change, but orders of the court do not
The manager of the city said although they have missed deadlines, they are now moving “in the right direction”
On Day One of his administration, President Donald Trump made several moves which indicate a White House far different than the past eight years
Lynch strongly defended the DOJ’s aggressive intervention in local law enforcement during the Obama administration
The report released Friday alleges that institutional CPD problems have led to serious civil rights violations, including racial bias and a tendency to use excessive force
The report found that institutional problems within CPD have led to serious civil rights violations for years
DOJ’s inspector general will investigate the department and FBI’s actions in the months leading up to the election
The Justice Department agreement mandates changes in the most fundamental aspects of police work
A spokesman said the city and the DOJ have reached agreement on a consent decree that will require the city to reform its police department