police misconduct

A collection of essays by activists, journalists, and community organizers that explores police violence against people of color and other marginalized communities and failures of reform the justice system.

Examines the issues surrounding the use of force by police and whether or not police officers are held accountable for their actions.

The author, highly respected officer on New York City's police force, tells his own true story of how he became involved in the criminal activities of the city and how he put his own life at risk when he attempted to get out.

Traces the history of police misconduct in America, reviews issues and controversies related to the problem, and includes a chronology of events, biographical sketches of activists, advocates, and legislators, summaries of U.S. Supreme Court cases, and lists of related agencies and resources.

An examination of police culture, discussing the requirements and training men and women go through to become a police officer, looking at the on-the-job challenges and dangers they face, and investigating some cases of police brutality and corruption.