This week, we will examine politics and how it impacts police administration. Please review the attachments and answer the questions below.
WEEK 4 OUTLINE – POLITICS AND POLICE ADMINISTRATION.pdf
NEW YORK CITY COUNSEL AMENDMENT TO LOCAL LAW – CHOKEHOLDS AND OTHER SUCH RESTRAINTS.pdf
Questions for this week:
1. In your opinion, is the New York City Counsel’s Amendment regarding choke holds adequate in terms of addressing police use of force issues? Please explain.
2. Please identify a recent legislative proposal or action (other than the amendment regarding choke holds) by the New York City Counsel regarding the police department and explain in your opinion, how it will impact the NYPD? Please explain.
3. In your opinion, how is the current political climate affecting law enforcement and public safety. Please explain.