Memphis Rejects Federal Oversight Following DOJ Police Investigation

Justice Department Calls Out Tennessee For Racial Disparities In Marijuana Arrests, Despite Ongoing Federal Cannabis Criminalization

The Justice Department is condemning the Memphis, Tennessee Police Department (MPD) following an investigation that discovered a “pattern” of civil rights violations—including racial disparities in marijuana-related arrests. At the same time, however, cannabis remains criminalized across the board under federal law. Following a broader review of the local department’s enforcement practices, U.S. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke said on …

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Memphis rejects federal calls for police oversight after Tyre Nichols probe

Police practices in the US city came under scrutiny following the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols in January 2023. Read More The post Memphis rejects federal calls for police oversight after Tyre Nichols probe appeared first on Drudge Report.

Justice Department Announces Findings on Memphis Police

The Department of Justice is expected to announce results of an investigation into civil rights violations by the Memphis Police Department at 10:00 a.m. ET on Dec. 5. ...

Memphis police use ‘excessive force,’ discriminate against Black people: DOJ

Justice Department investigation finds Memphis Police Department uses excessive force and unlawfully discriminates against Black people.

DOJ report finds civil rights violations by the Memphis Police Department

The Department of Justice has released a report that finds the Memphis Police Department engaged in excessive force and discriminates against Black and disabled people. NBC News' Marissa Parra has details on the report and its findings.